Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD78751Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 8576
Tobramycin Peak
Also known as: Tobrex, Nebcin®
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Measurement of tobramycin peak serum concentration is useful for monitoring therapeutic drug levels during therapy, assessing adequacy of dosing, and evaluating potential toxicity.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This assay may be affected by the presence of other aminoglycosides such as amikacin or kanamycin (cross-reactivity or interference); beta‑lactam antibiotics may inactivate tobramycin in vitro, so prompt processing is recommended.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
Tobramycin
AnalyteTobramycin
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
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