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Alternate Names
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Posaconazole Level, Posaconazole Level Pre Dose, Posaconazole Level Post Dose |
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Test Code
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POSA |
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Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Wait at least 7 days after commencing/changing therapy to reach steady state before collecting blood for analysis. Blood samples for TDM can be collected earlier if efficacy or toxicity are concerns or a loading dose is used. |
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Collection Instructions
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Collect 1 x 4 mL EDTA tube 12 hours (or 6 hours if qid regimen used) after the dose (i.e. trough collection, just before the next dose). |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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Three times per week |
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Min Test Volume
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4mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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This test can be added on if plasma is separated within 48 hours. |
