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HelpTest Code LAB24 Valproic Acid Level, Total
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
Monitoring total valproic acid in therapy.
Assessing compliance.
Evaluating potential toxicity.
Collect
Serum or Plasma
Collection Device
Gold Top Tube or Lithium Heparin Green Top Tube
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Stability (from collection to initiation)
|
Room Temp |
8 Hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 Days |
| Frozen | 1 Year |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temp or Refrigerated
Minimum Requirements
0.5 mL
Methodology
Homogeneous enzyme immunoassay
Synonyms
Divalproex
Valproate
Depakene
Depakote
Dipropylacetic Acid
Start Date
6/4/2020
Last Review Date
7/12/25 ES
Specimen Handling
Room Temp or Refrigerated
Collection Instructions
Sample Timing: For periodic monitoring, sample just before the next dose.
For suspected toxicity, sample anytime, preferably at least 6 hours after last dose.
Samples should be spun within 2 hours of collection.
Remarks
TURN AROUND TIME
| STAT | 1 Hour |
| Routine | 8 Hours |