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Test Code TACRO TACROLIMUS (FK506), BLOOD

Additional Codes

Software Test Code
Label Text                                TACRO
EPIC LAB876                                    

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Useful For

Providing measurement of the drug in whole blood to guide dosage adjustments for optimal immunosuppression while minimizing toxicity

Method Name

Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)

Reference Values

Therapeutic Ranges for 12 hour Trough samples:

≤ 3 months post renal transplant: 12.0 - 15.0 ng/mL

3 - 12 months post renal transplant: 8.0 - 12.0 ng/mL

> 12 months post renal transplant: 3.0 - 6.0 ng/mL

Potentially Toxic: 15.1 - 20.0 ng/mL

Toxic: > 20.0 ng/mL

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Sunday

Sample must be received by 12:00 p.m. for same day results

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

1. Send specimen in original collection container.

2. Sample must be received by noon for same day results.

3. Send sample refrigerated and do not centrifuge.

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

80197 Drug Screen Quantitative Tacrolimus  

Keywords

FK506

PROGRAF

Performing Laboratory Location

NorDx Laboratories

LOINC Code Information

11253-2