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Alternate Names
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Tegretol, Carbamazepine Level |
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Test Code
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CARB |
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Testing Laboratory
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Biochemistry |
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Specimen Type
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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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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Time to peak: Variable.
Conventional = 4 - 8 hours. Sustained release = >12 hours.
Half life: 24 - 48 hours at 2 weeks. Then 10 - 30 hours (autoinduction).
Time to steady state: 2 - 6 days. |
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Collection Instructions
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Specimen taken immediately prior to next dose (trough). Record time of last dose and time of collection on request form.
Can combine with other Biochemistry tests requiring same tube type. |
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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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Daily |
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Min Test Volume
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1mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection. |
