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| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label text | CYA |
| EPIC | LAB874 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
A quantitative measurement of Cyclosporine in whole blood to guide dosage adjustments for optimal immunosuppression while minimizing toxicity
Method Name
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)
Reference Values
Recommended Therapeutic Ranges for Neoral Monitoring on 12 hour Trough Samples:
Cyclosporine (12 hour TROUGH) for renal transplant:
< 3 months post-transplant: 235 - 310 ng/mL
3 - 12 months post-transplant: 160 - 235 ng/mL
> 12 months post-transplant: 60 - 135 ng/mL
Potentially toxic value: > 400 ng/mL
Cyclosporine (12 hour TROUGH) for non-renal transplant:
100 - 400 ng/Ml
Potentially toxic value: > 400 ng/mL
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Available Stat
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Preferred Container
Lavender Top Tube (EDTA)
Preferred Volume
Whole Blood: 4.0 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA))
Minimum Volume
Whole Blood: 0.3 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Send whole blood refrigerated in primary collection tube. Do not centrifuge sample.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Frozen: 3 Months
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 80158 | Drug Assay, Cyclosporine |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
3520-4
Clinical Significance
Therapeutic ranges apply to trough specimens collected just prior to a.m. dose.
Peak ranges apply to peak specimens collected 2 hours post dose.
Keywords
NEORAL
SANDIMMUNE® (CYCLOSPORINE)