5-Flucytosine
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5-Flucytosine, Serum
Test ID: 5FLUC
Test
Method
LC-MS/MS
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
Test Location
Mayo Clinical Labs, Minnesota USA
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Sample Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Comment
Gel-separator tubes are acceptable.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Peak specimen should be drawn 1 to 2 hours after oral dose or 30 minutes after intravenous infusion. Trough specimens should be drawn immediately prior to next dose.
Handling Information
Separate serum within 2 hours. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | 28 days |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
LC-MS/MS
Turnaround Time
15 days
Specimen Retention Time
14 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Flucytosine | µg/mL |
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Test Location
Mayo Clinical Labs, Minnesota USA
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019