Pathology Handbook

Recent changes for Linezolid
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
23rd October 2023	Request Group	SYD	LIN

Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

LZD

Medicare rebatable:

Specimen Types:

Plasma

Container Types:

EDTA 4 mL
Lithium Heparin (without Gel)

Adults Volume or Mass:

3 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

3 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Collect on Ice
A separate container is required for this test.

Measure trough levels at least 48 hours following initiation or dose change of linezolid.

Transport Instructions:

On Ice

Processing Instructions:

Centrifuge
Aliquot
Store at -20'C

External Laboratory:

The Alfred Pathology Service (APS)

External Transport Instructions:

Send Frozen on Dry Ice

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form