Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC94118Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Paroxetine, Quantitative, Urine
Also known as: Paxil®, Pexeva®
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Detect the presence of paroxetine, a serotonin selective reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Paroxetine
AnalyteParoxetine • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 39591-3
Result Codes
- 39591-3
Result Turnaround Time
7-10 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Plastic urine container without preservative
Storage Instructions
Submission/transport (<3 days): Room temperature. For storage beyond three days, specimen should be refrigerated or frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Urine from preservative tube
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | <3 days |