Tacrolimus (Adults)

Test information: Tacrolimus (FK506) is an immunosuppressive drug that is given orally or intravenously to patients who have had a kidney, liver, heart, or other organ transplant. Levels may be measured in order to establish the correct dose, maintain therapeutic levels and detect toxic levels.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Purple Top BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Lilac Top Microtainer BD;

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 (pre-dose) sample.

Maximum add on time

Not allowed

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

ug/L, please see reference ranges in the report

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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