Test Overview
Method
Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Result Included
Sulfamethoxazole
Specimen
Specimen Type
Avoid gel separator tubesSerum
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Serum for a peak level should be drawn 60 m after dose.
Handling Information
Separate within 2 hours of draw.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 28 days | 28 days | 28 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
7 days
Specimen Retention Time
14 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Sulfamethoxazoleµg/mL>50
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Test Version
Last Updated
2020-05-26