Test Overview
Result Included
Sertraline
Specimen
Specimen Type
Avoid gel separator tubesSerum
Plasma (Heparin)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Patient Preparation
Patient should be on the drug for at least a week prior to specimen collection.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect trough specimen prior to morning dose.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 72 hours | 7 days | 180 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
12 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Sertralinenmol/LTherapeutic: Unknown
No toxicity below 980
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERTRA | Sertraline | 20214 | nmol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-12-12