Dilantin
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Phenytoin, Serum
Test ID: DIL
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
Kinetic Interaction of Microparticles in Solution (KIMS) Immunoassay
Report Includes
Phenytoin
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes
Test Version
20-Jan-2020
Specimen
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes
Sample Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
To monitor therapy draw trough specimens before the next dose is administered.
Stability
| Ambient | 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 4 days |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Gel-separator tube |
|---|---|
| Hemolysis | Gross |
| Other | Grossly Icteric |
Test Version
20-Jan-2020
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Kinetic Interaction of Microparticles in Solution (KIMS) Immunoassay
Turnaround Time
1 Day
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phenytoin | µmol/L |
|
mg/L x 3.96 | |
Test Version
20-Jan-2020
Interface / Setup
Test Version
20-Jan-2020