Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD51403Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 94031
Drug Monitoring, Antidepressants (serum)
Also known as: Bupropion
Clinical Use
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This serum-based drug monitoring test for antidepressants employs liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC‑MS/MS) to provide both presumptive analysis and definitive quantitative confirmation of multiple antidepressant drugs across various classes. It aids in monitoring patient adherence, detecting unexpected or illicit medications, and prompting important clinical discussions regarding tolerance, drug interactions, or medication diversion.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
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Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Multiple antidepressant drugs and their metabolites
AnalyteQuantitative Confirmation • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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