Paroxetine (ng/mL); Paroxetine (nmol/L)
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Paroxetine, Serum
Test ID: PAROX
Test
Method
LC-MS/MS
Report Includes
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes; Serum
Test Location
Mayo Clinical Labs, Minnesota USA
Test Version
12-May-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes; Serum
Collection Containers
Red top (No additive)
Sample Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate within two hours. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | 28 days |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Gel tube |
|---|
Test Version
12-May-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
LC-MS/MS
Turnaround Time
7 days
Specimen Retention Time
14 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paroxetine | ng/mL |
|
nmol/L x 0.330 | |
| Paroxetine | nmol/L |
|
ng/mL x 3.03 | |
Test Location
Mayo Clinical Labs, Minnesota USA
Test Version
12-May-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PAROX | 39400Paroxetine, S | ng/mL |
| 39401Paroxetine, S | nmol/L |
Test Version
12-May-2023