Ethosuximide
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Ethosuximide, Serum
Test ID: ETHOS
Test
Method
HPLC
Report Includes
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes; Serum
Test Location
Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto ON M5G 1X8
Test Version
5-May-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes; Serum
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect trough specimen (i.e. collected within 1 hour prior to next dose or at least 12 hours after last dose.)
Handling Information
Store and send cold or frozen.
Stability
| Refrigerated | 30 days |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 90 days |
Test Version
5-May-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
HPLC
Turnaround Time
5 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethosuximide | µmol/L |
|
mg/L x 7.08 |
Test Location
Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto ON M5G 1X8
Test Version
5-May-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ETHOS | 2909Ethosuximide | umol/L |
Test Version
5-May-2023