Valproic Acid
Test Code
VALP
Methodology
Testing performed on Beckman Coulter DxC 700 AU with serum testing.
Test Utility
Used to diagnose an overdose and in monitoring its levels in patients to ensure appropriate therapy.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Store the serum refrigerated at 2-8C. Sample may be frozen (-20C) for 1 year.
Specimen Collection and Preparation
Serum valproic acid concentration that test best represents the peak tissue level, draw the sample 1 to 3 hours after an oral dose has been given. Serum sample required, sample volume needs to be at least 2.0mL Gold Top or Tiger SST. Sample should be free from hemolysis, whole blood cannot be used.
Specimen Rejection
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Improperly labeled
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Specimen grossly
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Hemolyzed uncentrifuged
Reference Ranges
Therapeutic Range = 50 - 100ug/mL
Performed
Monday - Saturday, 16 hours a day.
Result available after getting the specimen in 5 hours.
STAT results available within 2 hours of receipt in the Laboratory.
*NOTE: All Specimen Refrigerated (2-8°C) for 7 days only.
Contacts
Vibra Health Laboratory
Phone: (248) 846-0663
VibraHealthLab.com
1307 Allen Dr, Suite A, Troy, MI 48083