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Specimen Collection

 Test Name Amphotericin B
 Test Code SASABI
 Specimen Type CSF or Lithium Heparin plasma (5mL)  
 Minimum Volume 0.5 mL
Comments

Indicate on request form whether sample is trough or peak. Cover with foil to protect from light. 

Note: Gel tubes have the potential to interfere with this assay. Using gel tubes will result in specimen rejection. 

Lab Notes:
Send to testing laboratory on dry ice. Do not pack dry ice in a sealed container.  Use appropriate PPE.
 Assay Performed Analytical Chemistry HPLC via Specimen Reception
Royal Brisbane Hospital
Block 7, Level 3, Herston Road
Herston 4006
QLD 
07 3646 0028 
 Assay Frequency

Weekly


Ammonia (NH3)