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HelpTest Code LAB484 Oxcarbazepine Metabolite, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo Test ID |
|---|
| OMHC |
47248
Reporting Name
Oxcarbazepine Metabolite (MHC), SUseful For
Monitoring serum concentration during oxcarbazepine therapy
Assessing compliance
Assessing potential toxicity
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST is not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect specimen immediately before next scheduled dose.
2. Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 28 days | ||
| Frozen | 28 days |
Reference Values
Oxcarbazepine metabolite: 10-35 mcg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
80183
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| OMHC | Oxcarbazepine Metabolite (MHC), S | 31019-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 81030 | Oxcarbazepine Metabolite (MHC), S | 31019-3 |
Report Available
1 to 3 daysMethod Name
High-Turbulence Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (HTLC-MS/MS)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-Neurology Specialty Testing Client Test Request (T732)
-Therapeutics Test Request (T831)