Theophylline

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REQUESTING AND COLLECTING

Ordering:
Sample just before next dose. If sustained release formulations are

used, a sample may be taken earlier but wait at least 2 hrs post dose. If

dose changed reassay after 2 days.

Collection:
Do not collect in tubes containing separator gel.
Container(s):
EDTA (5 mL purple-top) - Required

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Availability:
Test performed 7 days/24 hours. Results available 2 hours after sample

arrival in laboratory.

Reference Intervals:
See individual report or contact testing laboratory for information.

Laboratory:
Referred to: PaLMS Chemical Path (992-67091)

Lab Website:
PaLMS
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERRING LABORATORIES
Handling and
Centrifuge sample, store and transport plasma at 4°C
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING AT SYDPATH
SydPath Handling:
SPRO: Centrifuge at 4 degrees, do not aliquot. Place in sendaway

basket in fridge. Transport with ice brick.
Mnemonic:
THEO

GEcode:
THE

SydPath
Clinical Pharmacology
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Date Published: Monday, 5 July 2010

Reference intervals and availability data is for general guidance only. For specific details contact laboratory or see specific patient reports.

Database managed by Dr Graham Jones at SYDPATH. For questions, comments or suggestions please call via 8382-9100 or e-mail on gjones@stvincents.com.au.