Test Overview
Method
Chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA)
Analytical Platform
Abbott Alinity I
Result Included
Cyclosporine
Aliases/Synonyms
CsA-Sandimmune; CsA-microemulsion Neoral
Specimen
Specimen Type
Whole Blood (EDTA)Containers
Collection Containers
Lavender top (EDTA)
Volume
Sample Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Cyclosporine (Trough): Collect specimen before next dose.
Cyclosporine (C1): Collect specimen 1 hour post dose.
Cyclosporine (C2): Collect specimen 2 hours post dose.
Cyclosporine (C3): Collect specimen 3 hours post dose.
Cyclosporine (C4): Collect specimen 4 hours post dose.
Handling Information
Do not centrifuge.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 7 days | > 7 days |
Avoid multiple (> 3) freeze thaw cycles
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
2 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Cyclosporineµg/LInterpret results using clinical information and treatment protocols.
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYCLO WB | Cyclosporin | 8138 | ug/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-10-23