Laboratory Services
Digoxin
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| Test Description |
Digoxin
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|---|---|---|
| Synonym(s) |
Lanoxin® |
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| Test ID |
DIG
|
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| Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics |
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| General Information |
A specimen should be collected at least 6 to 8 hours after drug administration. By this time, serum digoxin levels are expected to be in equilibrium with tissue levels and should correlate with pharmacologic effects. |
|
| Container Type |
Red Top |
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| Specimen Type |
Serum |
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| Specimen Requirements |
Red Top |
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| Alternate Specimen Type |
SST, Li-heparin, K2 EDTA and K3 EDTA plasma |
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| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Centrifuge and aliquot serum/plasma within 2 hours of collection |
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| Minimum Sample Volume |
1 mL |
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| Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable) |
500 uL |
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| Stability |
7 days at 15-25 C, 14 days 2-8 C and 6 months at -20 C |
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| Methodology |
Homogeneous enzyme immunoassay |
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| Estimated TAT |
0-2 days |
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday |
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| CPT Code(s) |
80162 |
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| Reference Range |
0.5-1.0 ng/mL |
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| LOINC Code(s) |
10535-3 |
