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Levetiracetam, Serum

CPT/HCPCS 80177
Order Code CH505
Turnaround Time 24-48 hours
Test Includes

Levetiracetam

Specimen Requirements
Specimen Source
Serum
Transport Container
(Specimen Container)

Red Top (No additive)

Preferred Specimens
Serum
Collection Instructions
(Transport Temperature)
Transport Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Unacceptable
Refrigerated 7 days
Frozen 30 days
Reject Criteria

SST (Tiger Top)

Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Clinical Significance

Levetiracetam is an anticonvulsant used as adjunct therapy to treat adult partial seizures. As multiple anticonvulsants are administered, it is important to monitor its level to (1) optimize therapy, (2) assure compliance, and (3) to avoid toxicity.

Reference Ranges

12 – 46 ug/mL