Test Overview
Method
Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Result Included
Maprotiline
Specimen
Specimen Type
Avoid gel separator tubesSerum
Plasma (EDTA)
Volume
Sample Volume
3 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect trough specimen (i.e. collected within 1 hours prior to next dose or at least 12 hours after last dose.)
Handling Information
Separate as soon as possible. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 3 days | 14 days | 30 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Gel-separator tube |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Maprotilineng/mLTherapeutic: 75 - 130
Toxic: > 220
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAPROT | Maprotiline | 7579 | ng/mL |
Test Version
Last Updated
2022-10-14