Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD60763Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Zonisamide
Also known as: Zonegran
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Zonisamide is commonly used as an adjunct together with other conventional anticonvulsants. Monitoring its level helps optimize therapeutic effects, ensure compliance, and avoid toxicity. It is intended for therapeutic drug monitoring and adherence assessment.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Zonisamide
AnalyteZonisamide, Quantitative • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
2-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
red‑top tube (no gel)
Causes for Rejection
gel separator tubes, whole blood
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 6 weeks |
| Refrigerated | 6 weeks |
| Frozen | 90 days |
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