Sertraline and Desmethylsertraline, Serum or Plasma
Also known as: Zoloft®
Use
Therapeutic drug management
Special Instructions
Trough levels are most reproducible; serum or plasma should be separated from cells within two hours of venipuncture; use red‑top or green‑top (heparin) tubes; gel‑barrier tubes are not recommended; for storage beyond three days, refrigerate or freeze; room temperature acceptable for transport if submission within three days.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 6897-3
- 6906-2
- 6906-2
- 6897-3
Result Turnaround Time
5-10 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red‑top tube or green‑top (heparin) tube. Gel‑barrier tubes are not recommended.
Collection Instructions
Serum or plasma should be separated from cells within two hours of venipuncture. Submit serum or plasma in a plastic transport tube.
Patient Preparation
Trough levels are most reproducible.
Storage Instructions
Submission/transport (<3 days): Room temperature. For storage beyond three days, specimen should be refrigerated or frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Gel‑barrier tubes
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | <3 days |
Other tests from different labs that may be relevant