Test Information:
Phenobarbital is used for the treatment of epilepsy, particularly for controlling focal motor or sensory seizures and grand mal seizures. Monitoring serum concentrations of phenobarbital has been shown to improve patient therapy by providing physicians with a tool for adjusting dosage.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain) – USE PLASTIC TUBE
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
5 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
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 7 days capped - Storage: 15 to 25°C
Stability: 7 days capped - Storage: – 20°C (± 5 °C)
Stability: 1 year capped
FREEZE ONLY ONCE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours