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| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label text | CYCLO |
| EPIC | LAB9498 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
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.
Useful For
A quantitative measurement of Cyclosporine in whole blood to guide dosage adjustments for optimal immunosuppression while minimizing toxicity
Method Name
Cloned Enzyme Donor Immunoassay (CEDIA)
Pre-2 Sept 2026: 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 Friday
Report Available
2 Business Days
Not 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: 1 Month
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Add On Capable
Yes
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 80158 | Drug Assay, Cyclosporine |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
3520-4
Keywords
NEORAL
SANDIMMUNE® (CYCLOSPORINE)
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required