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Amikacin (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:AME (Pre Amikacin), AMP (Post Amikacin)
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Specimen Types:Serum
Plasma
Container Types:
SST
Lithium Heparin (with Gel)
SST
Adults Volume or Mass:2 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:2 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:Collect pre-dose

Post-dose sample collection should be 30 minutes post-completion of administration.

Request should specify dose, route, time(s) of dose/infusion and time of sample collection.

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature

USEFUL LINKS

 

Frozen Section Booking Form

Printable Pathology Request Form

Order of Draw - Blood Samples