Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD90392Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Aripiprazole, Quantitative, Serum/Plasma
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Aripiprazole (Abilify®) is an atypical antipsychotic and antidepressant used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and clinical depression. The analysis of aripiprazole is used to monitor compliance with drug therapy. Steady state plasma levels following daily regimens are provided to support therapeutic monitoring (e.g., 5 mg: 70–126 ng/mL; 10 mg: 109–216 ng/mL; etc.).
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Aripiprazole
AnalyteAripiprazole • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red-top tube (no gel)
Causes for Rejection
Serum separator tube (SST)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
