Lithium (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Alternate Names	Lithium Level
Test Code	LITH
Testing Laboratory	Biochemistry
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	Time to peak: 1 - 3 hours Half life: 14 - 33 hours Time to steady state: 3 - 7 days
Collection Instructions	The test cannot be performed on Lithium Heparin plasma. Can combine with other Biochemistry tests requiring same tube type.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Daily
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.