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HelpTest Code CARF Carbamazepine, Free, Serum
Useful For
Monitoring unbound or free carbamazepine levels in patients where the total carbamazepine result is within the therapeutic range, but the patient is experiencing side effects
Monitoring carbamazepine (free) therapy in patients who are uremic
Method Name
Ultrafiltration followed by Homogeneous Microparticle Agglutination Immunoassay
Reporting Name
Carbamazepine, Free, SSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 48 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
Therapeutic concentration: 1.0-3.0 mcg/mL
Critical value: ≥4.0 mcg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 dayPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
80157
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CARF | Carbamazepine, Free, S | 3433-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CARF | Carbamazepine, Free, S | 3433-0 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.