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Vancomycin (Peak), serum

Test Code:

BD0083

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)

Specimen Requirement

Plain Blood
Adult: 3 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL


Blood specimen for Peak level, collect blood 1 hour after completion of IV infusion.


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the anticoagulant is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

Yes

Turn Around Time

1 - 2 hrs

Reference Value(s)

20-40 mg/L

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Clinical Chemistry

Contact Number

6394 1383

Day and Time Performed

Daily, 24 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

Critical Value: 80mg/L

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Vancomycin (Peak), serum BD0083
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