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HelpTest Code LAB21 Carbamazepine Level (Tegretol)
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Required: Serum (Red Top)
Specimen Volume: 1mL
Stability:
| Temperature | Time |
| Room Temp 18-28°C | 5 days |
| Refrigerated 2–8°C | 5 days |
| Frozen <-18°C | 6 months |
Additional Instructions
Collection Time After Administration:Trough: Prior to next dose
Peak: 2-3 hours after oral dose
Designate last dose date and time.
Therapeutic Range
Carbamazepine, total: 4-10 mcg/mLToxic: >12 mcg/mL
Synonyms
Chemistry
Department
Chemistry