| Test Name: Bactrim | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternate Test Names | Sulphamethoxazole; Trimethoprim | ||
| PLS Test Code | SMXT | Laboratory | Biochemistry |
| Specimen | Blood | Analysis Performed On | Serum |
| Container | Serum Separator Tube (SST) | Container colour | White |
| Multiple specimens | OR Lithium Heparin Gel Tube | ||
| Required Volume Adult (mL) | 9 | Req Vol Paediatric (mL) | 2 |
| Reference Ranges | Sulphamethoxazole: < 100 ug/mL. Trimethoprim: < 10 ug/mL. | ||
| Turnaround Time Routine | 3 Days | Turnaround Time Urgent | |
| Turnaround Other | |||
| Days test is performed | By request | Transport | Room temperature |
| Special Requirements | Trough level - collect at least 6-8 hours after last dose. Do NOT freeze either blood or separated serum. | ||
| Patient Preparation | None | ||
| Collection Instructions | Venepuncture. Date, time and dose of last dose must be written on Request Form.. | ||
| Clinical Information | |||
| Sent to Reference Laboratory | No | ||
| Ref Laboratory Name | |||
| Estimated Patient Fee | N/A | ||
| Last Updated | 25-Aug-2006 (Version: 1.00) | ||