Methodology
Calculation (CALC); Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS)
Synonyms
Nordiazepam
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Friday
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Collect at trough concentration immediately before the administration of the next dose.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 5 Days; Frozen: 14 Days
Rejection Criteria
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Test Volume Required
2 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Serum
Included Tests
Diazepam and Nordiazepam
CPT Codes
80346
Revised
04-30-17
Initials
SL