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LAB30
Performing Laboratory
MBMC Main Laboratory
Methodology
Kinetic Interaction of Microparticles in a Solution (KIMS)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-green top (lithium heparin
gel)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
lternative Specimen Type: Serum
Alternative Container/ Tube: Gold, Serum gel
Alternative Specimen Volume: Full tube
Collection Instructions: Trough levels should be drawn one half hour prior to dose. Peak level should be drawn approximately 12 hours after the dose.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour after receipt in laboratory
Routine: within 4 hours
Reference Values
10.0-30.0 mcg/mL
Critical value (automatic call-back): >40 mcg/mL
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Test Classification:This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer’s instructions.
CPT Code:
80184
Stability
5 days Refrigerated