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Lab Dept:
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Chemistry
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Test Name:
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TOBRAMYCIN LEVEL, CSF
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General Information
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Lab Order Codes:
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TCSF
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Synonyms:
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Nebcin, CSF; Tobramycin, spinal fluid
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CPT Codes:
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80200 - Tobramycin
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Test Includes:
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Tobramycin, CSF concentration in ug/mL
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Logistics
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Test Indications:
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Evaluation of penetration of antibiotic, possibly being compared to serum levels for optimal prophylaxis.
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Lab Testing Sections:
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Chemistry - Sendouts
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Referred to:
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MedTox Laboratories (Test# 230)
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Phone Numbers:
Minneapolis:
Saint Paul:
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612-813-6280
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651-220-6550
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Test Availability:
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Daily, 24 hours
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Turnaround Time:
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4 hours
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Special Instructions:
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N/A
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Specimen
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Specimen Type:
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CSF
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Container:
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Screw capped, sterile plastic vial
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Draw Volume:
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1.0 mL (Minimum: 0.5 mL) spinal fluid
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Processed Volume:
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Same as Draw Volume
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Collection:
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Routine CSF collection
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Special Processing:
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Lab Staff: Aliquot specimen into screw-capped plastic vial. Store at frozen temperatures. Forward promptly.
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Patient Preparation:
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None
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Sample Rejection:
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Mislabeled or unlabeled specimens
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Interpretive
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Reference Range:
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No reference ranges established for spinal fluid
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Critical Values:
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N/A
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Limitations:
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N/A
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Methodology:
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Immunoassay (IA)
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References:
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MedTox Laboratories April 2009
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