Bupropion; Hydroxybupropion
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Bupropion and Metabolite, Serum/Plasma
Test ID: BUPROQST
Test
Method
HPLC-MS/MS
Report Includes
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes; Serum; Plasma (EDTA)
Test Location
Quest Diagnostics, California USA
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes; Serum; Plasma (EDTA)
Sample Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect trough specimen prior to next dose.
Handling Information
Separate and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
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| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Additional Stability Information
If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Not frozen |
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Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
HPLC-MS/MS
Turnaround Time
8 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
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| Bupropion | ng/mL |
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| Hydroxybupropion | ng/mL |
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Test Location
Quest Diagnostics, California USA
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019