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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 Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
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 Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
20-Jan-2020
Interface / Setup
Test Version
20-Jan-2020