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ESLICARBAZEPINE

Geisinger Epic Procedure Code:  LAB1059    Geisinger Epic ID:  52161

SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Specimen type: 

Serum


Preferred collection container: 
Specimen required: 

1 mL serum; minimum 0.5 mL


Special notes: 

Do not collect in serum separator tube.



SPECIMEN PROCESSING
Processing instructions: 

Centrifuge and aliquot.


Transport temperature: 

Room temperature.


Specimen stability: 

Room temperature: 5 days. Refrigerated: 14 days. Frozen: 31 days.


Rejection criteria: 

Serum separator tubes (SST®) unacceptable.



TEST DETAILS
Additional information: 

This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.


CPT code(s):  80299
Note: The billing party has sole responsibility for CPT coding.  Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the payer being billed.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.

Methodology: 
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Synonyms: 

Quest test code 92139, Eslicarbazep, Aptiom,Eslicarbazepine Acetate


Clinical significance: 

Monitoring eslicarbazepine is helpful to avoid toxicity and to use as a baseline for future therapy. There is no established reference range. Individual patient concentrations should be evaluated in context of patient's clinical condition and prior concentrations.


Review Date:  12/05/2024

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