Test Code MISCLB (Tobramycin) Tobramycin Trough, Peak, or Random
Additional Codes
MISC Lab
Lab2607
Performing Laboratory
UI DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORIES
Specimen Requirements
Acceptable specimens: lithium heparin plasma separator
Submit 1 mL plasma minimum for adults. Call laboratory for pediatric minimums.
Storage: Refrigeration
Methodology
Homogenous Enzyme Immunoassay
Test Classification and CPT Coding
CPT: 80200
Reference Ranges
Peak 6-10 ug/mL; (45-75 min. after I.M. dose, 15-30 min. after I.V. dose)
Trough <2 ug/mL; (not more than 30 min. before next dose)
Critical value: Peak >10 ug/mL
Day (s) Test Set Up
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.