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HelpTest Code Epic LAB3493 Pregabalin, Serum
Additional Codes
SQ code MPGN
Mayo code PGN
Secondary ID
65119Useful For
Monitoring serum pregabalin (Lyrica) concentrations, assessing compliance, and adjusting dosage in patients
Method Name
Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Reporting Name
Pregabalin, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect specimen immediately before next scheduled dose.
2. Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge, and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 28 days | ||
| Frozen | 28 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
2.0-5.0 mcg/mL
Method Description
Samples are extracted and followed with analyte detection by mass spectrometry.(Unpublished Mayo method)
Report Available
2 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
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
80299
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PGN | Pregabalin, S | 47414-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 65119 | Pregabalin, S | 47414-8 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.