Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD25819Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Amikacin, Trough
Also known as: Amikin
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Amikacin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used in the treatment of gram‑negative bacillary infections. Amikacin is potentially nephrotoxic and ototoxic and serial monitoring of serum levels provides information to maintain safe and therapeutic levels.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Biomarkers
Targets not provided.
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
red‑top tube (no gel)
Collection Instructions
Collect as a trough just prior to next dose
Causes for Rejection
Serum separator tube (SST) • Heparin plasma
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |