Vancomycin

Test information: To measure and monitor the concentration of vancomycin in the blood

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Clear - Plain;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Trough is immediately prior to next dose. Peak = 1 hour post end of infusion

Maximum add on time

24 hours

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

mg/L

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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