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General
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Clinical Use:
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Serum concentrations should be determined regularly in HIV infected patients (in whom there is a high incidence and severity of concentration related side-effects) and in patients with impaired renal function. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested once a week. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Bactrim, Cotrimoxazole, Septrin, |
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Code:
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SMS |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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1.5 mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Centrifuge, separate and freeze sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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400uL |
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Stability:
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7 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample frozen on dry ice. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| HPLC/LCMS |
Biochemistry |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 2396 |
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Last Updated : 02-10-2020 11:18 |