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Clozapine (Blood)
Alternate Names
Clozaril, Clopine, Clozapine Level
Test Code
CLOZN
Testing Laboratory
Biochemistry
Specimen Type
Blood
Container Type
4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)
Medicare Rebate
Yes
Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information
Dose determination for Clozapine is primarily based upon clinical response/haematological state/metabolic adverse events/cardiac adverse events. Wide inter- and intra-patient variability in plasma Clozapine levels exists and monitoring is useful for assessing compliance or assessing toxic levels.
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen pre-dose (trough) or 4 hours post dose. Please record times of specimen collection and last dose on request form
Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume
500μl
Add On Test Suitability
This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.
