Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
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MnemonicUnique test identifier.
PREGABALIN
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
Quantitative Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
Wed, Sat
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
1-6 days
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Serum Pre-dose (Trough) Draw - At a Steady State Concentration or Plasma Pre-dose (Trough) Draw - At a Steady State Concentration in Plain Red, Lavender (K2EDTA), Lavender (K3EDTA), or Pink (K2EDTA).
Specimen Preparation
Separate from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.2 mL)
Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Therapeutic Range
Not well established
Toxic
Not well established
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
The therapeutic range is based on serum pre-dose (trough) draw at steady-state concentration. Therapeutic and toxic ranges are not well established. Proposed Dose-Related Range: 2 - 10 ug/mL. Adverse effects may include peripheral edema, allergic reactions, dizziness and somnolence.
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes.
Compliance Category
Laboratory Developed Test (LDT)
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
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