Bivaracetam level

Test Name
Bivaracetam level
Test Code
SASABI
Specimen Type

Lithium heparin (no gel- as the gel absorbs the drug). Send to Pathology Specimen Reception ASAP. See comments below.

Minimum Volume
4mL
Comments

Record last drug dosage and time of last dose on the request form.

LAB NOTES:

Centrifuge and separate plasma aliquot ASAP (must be separated within 12 hours of collection).

Send to testing laboratory at 4 deg.

Assay Performed
Central Laboratory, Level 3, Block 7
Pathology Queensland
Cnr Herston Rd & Bowen Bridge Rd
HERSTON 4006
QLD
(07) 3646 8076
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