Test Code Epic LAB2622 Mycophenolic Acid, Serum
Additional Codes
SQ code MYCPHM
Mayo code MPA
Reporting Name
Mycophenolic Acid, SSpecimen Type
Serum RedPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterUseful For
Monitoring therapy to ensure adequate blood levels and avoid over-immunosuppression
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Draw blood immediately before the next scheduled dose (trough).
2. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
Frozen | 28 days | ||
Ambient | 21 days |
Reference Values
MYCOPHENOLIC ACID (MPA)
1.0-3.5 mcg/mL
MPA GLUCURONIDE
35-100 mcg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
80180
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
MPA | Mycophenolic Acid, S | 87432-1 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
15226 | Mycophenolic Acid | 23905-3 |
15227 | MPA Glucuronide | 23906-1 |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | OK |
Gross icterus | OK |
Method Name
Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Method Description
Liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry is used to quantify the serum concentration of mycophenolic acid (MPA) and MPA glucuronide.(Unpublished Mayo method)
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-Renal Diagnostics Test Request (T830)
-Therapeutics Test Request (T831)