Test Overview
Method
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Result Included
Everolimus
Specimen
Specimen Type
Whole blood (EDTA)Containers
Collection Containers
Lavender top (EDTA)
Volume
Sample Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Drug regimens are to be noted on requisition: Time and date of drug administration.Therapeutic range applies to trough specimens drawn just prior to a.m. dose.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 14 days | 30 days |
Store and send cold or frozen.
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Gel-separator tube or Clotted specimens |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
11 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Everolimus, LC/MS/MS, Bloodng/mLTrough 3.0 - 8.0 for Transplantation
Trough 5.0 - 10.0 for Oncology/Neurology
Comment
Symptoms of toxicity are more likely to occur at trough levels exceeding 12.0 ng/mL
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVERO WB | EVEROLIMUS,LC/MS/MS,BLOOD | 63548 | ng/mL |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-03-17