Test Code LAB1813 Theophylline Level
Aliases
Theo
Performing Section
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Serum/Plasma:
Light Green Top Tube-Lithium Heparin (Preferred)
Gold Top Tube-SST
Red Top Tube-Plain
Specimen Volume
Preferred: 0.6 mL
Minimum: 0.3 mL
Processing Instructions
CENTRIFUGE sample per procedure.
Store and send sample refrigerated via courier.
Temperature
Refrigerated
Sample Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
TAT
Routine: 120 minutes
STAT: 35 minutes
Test Components
Theophylline Level
Reference Range
10.0-20.0 mcg/mL
CPT
80198