Test Information:
Valproic acid belongs to the anti‑epileptic drugs, also referred to as anticonvulsants or antiseizure medications. It also has mood‑stabilizing activity. It is used in the mono- or adjunctive treatment of neurological conditions such as partial seizures, absence seizures and bipolar disorder
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain) – USE PLASTIC TUBE ONLY
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 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: 4 to 8°C
Stability: 7 days capped - Storage: 20 to 25°C
Stability: 2 days capped - Storage: -20°C
Stability: 3 months capped
FREEZE ONLY ONCE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (4˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours