Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD14376Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Mexiletine, Serum/Plasma
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Therapeutic drug monitoring of mexiletine levels to optimize dosage and ensure patient safety.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Mexiletine
AnalyteMexiletine concentration • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL
Container
red‑top tube (no gel)
Causes for Rejection
Polymer gel separation tube (SST or PST)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 5 months |