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HelpTest Code CHLOROQUIN Chloroquine Level
Clinical System Name
Chloroquine Level
Synonyms
Aralen
Reumachlor
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Lavender/EDTA
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note: Do not use gel separator tubes (no gold tops).
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: SST/gel separator is unacceptable.
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2- 4 C
Storage location: Refrigerate plasma in a plastic tube affixed with a large computer label in the CPA refrigerator send-outs rack.
Off-site collection:
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma | Room temp | 30 d |
| Refrigerated | 30 d | |
| Frozen | 24 months |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | Drawn daily; performed Thursday | 3-5 days |
Performing Laboratory
National Medical Services, Inc
Department
Department:
National Medical Services, Inc
3701 Welsh Road
Willow Grove, PA 19090-0437
Phone Number: 1 (800) 522-6671
CPT Codes
80375
Methodology
Method: HPTLC
Analytical Volume: None specified
Limitations:
Reference Range
| Suggested Therapeutic | 0.1 - 1.0 uG/mL |
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Chloroquine, Plasma |
| Reference Test Number: | 1140P |
| Instructions: | Send out Mon - Thur a.m. by Fed Ex (for next morning delivery). Call to verify price and shipping requirements. |