Test Overview
Method
High performance liquid chromatography-Tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS)
Result Included
Clobazam; Desmethylclobazam
Aliases/Synonyms
Frisium; Desmethylclobazam; Norclobazam
Specimen
Specimen Type
Avoid gel separator tubesSerum
Volume
Sample Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Draw trough specimen prior to next dose.
Handling Information
Store and send frozen.
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Clobazamµmol/LNo therapeutic range has been established, however levels of 0.15 - 1.0 have been suggested.
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Desmethylclobazamµmol/LNo therapeutic range has been established, however levels of 2.8 - 14.0 have been suggested.
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLOBA | Clobazam,S | 20104 | umol/L |
| Desmethylclob,S | 20105 | umol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-09-30