Test Information:
Sirolimus is an antifungal agent with immunosuppressive activity. It is U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved for patients receiving kidney transplants. Sirolimus is extremely potent and requires therapeutic drug monitoring due to its toxicity.
Specimen Container:
Lavender Top Tube (EDTA)
Specimen Type:
Whole Blood
Required Volume:
8 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 & Below
Stability: 6 months
Transport Temperature:
Room (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours