Test Name: Flucytosine (5FC) 
Alternate Test Names 5FC (Flucytosine); Ancotil 
PLS Test Code 5FC  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) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges Pre-dose (trough): 25 - 50 ug/mL, Post-dose (peak): 50 - 100 ug/mL. 
Turnaround Time Routine 1 Day  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed By request  Transport Room temperature 
Special Requirements Pre dose - collected 5-30 minutes prior to dose. Post dose - collected 30 minutes post IV dose. - collected 1-2 hours post oral dose. 
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)