Test Code LAB8941 Voriconazole, Serum
Performing Laboratory

Reporting Name
Voriconazole, SSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | OK |
Gross icterus | OK |
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
Ambient | 28 days | |
Frozen | 28 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Specimen Retention Time
2 weeksReport Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysReference Values
1.0-5.5 mcg/mL
Trough level (ie, immediately before next dose) monitoring is recommended.
Useful For
Monitoring trough levels of voriconazole suggested for:
-Individuals with reduced liver function
-Individuals with cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2C19 alterations associated with poor metabolic function
-Patients taking other medications that affect CYP2C19 activity
-Patients experiencing potential toxicity
Monitoring trough levels in patients who are not responding optimally or have drug interactions that may decrease voriconazole levels or to ensure adequate oral absorption
CPT Code Information
80285
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
VORI | Voriconazole, S | 38370-3 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
88698 | Voriconazole, S | 38370-3 |