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HelpTest Code LAB477 Levetiracetam, Serum (Keppra)
Reporting Title
Levetiracetam, Serum
Methodology
Roche Diagnostics Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay
Useful For:
Monitoring serum concentration of levetiracetam, particularly in patients with renal disease
Assessing compliance
Assessing potential toxicity
Performing Laboratory
OhioHealth Laboratory Services- RMH Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions:
1. Draw blood immediately before next scheduled dose.
2. For sustained-release formulations ONLY, draw blood a minimum of 12 hours after last dose.
3. Spin down within 2 hours of draw.
Serum Only:
Draw blood in a plain red-top tube. Gel Tube is unacceptable
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Ambient | ||
| Frozen | 28 days |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient NO/ Refrigerate/Frozen
Reference Values
6-46 mcg/mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday Continuous
Saturday and Sunday Day shift only
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80177