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HelpTest Code QUIN Quinidine, Serum
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Assessing and adjusting quinidine dosage for optimal therapeutic level
Assessing quinidine toxicity
Reporting Name
Quinidine, SSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
Therapeutic: 2.0-5.0 mcg/mL
Critical value: ≥6.0 mcg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysSpecimen Retention Time
2 weeksPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
80194
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| QUIN | Quinidine, S | 6694-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8302 | Quinidine, S | 6694-4 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.