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Amitriptyline (Blood)
Alternate Names
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Endep, Tryptanol, Allegron, Amitriptyline Level |
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Test Code
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AMIT |
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Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
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Specimen Type
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Blood |
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Container Type
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Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert) ![]() |
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Medicare Rebate
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Yes |
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Both Amitriptyline and Nortriptyline are reported. |
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Collection Instructions
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Collect sample just before next dose (Trough level). |
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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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Weekly |
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Min Test Volume
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200uL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Container ID
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SNG, LHNG |
CSR Instructions
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Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate. |
Laboratory Instructions
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Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions
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External Laboratory
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Toxicology, Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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