Test Information:
Cyclosporine is a cyclic undecapeptide of fungal origin and a potent immunosuppressant. It is used as a primary agent during immunosuppressive therapy for solid organ transplants.
Specimen Container:
Lavender Top Tube (EDTA)
Specimen Type:
Whole Blood
Required Volume:
(2) 4 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
The following information must be provided upon specimen endorsement via Internal Message or Remarks.
1. Last dose and dosage of medication.
2. Date and Time of collection.
Collect two (2), 4mL EDTA tubes
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: 15 to 25°C
Stability: 5 days - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 7 days
FREEZE ONLY ONCE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2 to 8°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours