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HelpOrderable Name QUIN Quinidine, Serum
Additional Codes
CNE Order Code: Quinidine
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Assessing and adjusting quinidine dosage for optimal therapeutic level
Assessing quinidine toxicity
Method Name
Kinetic Interaction of Microparticles in Solution (KIMS)
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
Therapeutic: 2.0-5.0 mcg/mL
Critical value: ≥6.0 mcg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysCPT Code Information
80194
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.