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5200 Harry Hines Blvd.
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Dallas
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TX
75235
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General Information
Alias: Tylenol
Performed: 24/7
Turn Around Time: Med Emerg: 60 minutes; Routine: 2-8 hrs
CPT Codes: 80143
Performed By: Rapid Response Lab
Notes:
Assay low end sensitivity is 5 mcg/mL.
Result may be affected by bilirubin interference.
Clinical Utility: Monitor therapy, determine compliance or assess toxicity. Critical value > 150.0 mcg/mL
Unacceptable Conditions: Hemolysis
Components
| Name |
Method |
Sex |
Age Range |
Ref. Range Low |
Ref. Range High |
Units |
| Acetaminophen Lvl |
Homogeneous enzyme immunoassay |
All |
All |
10 |
30 |
mcg/mL |
Specimen Requirements
| Type |
Container |
Volume |
Units |
Collection / Delivery |
Storage / Transport |
Off Campus |
| Blood |
Grn LiH w/Gel, 4.5mL - IP, ED, OPC; Red no Gel, 5mL - COPC, WHC |
Fill tube |
|
Collect 4,8 and 12 hours post dose to assess toxic concentrations. |
Room Temperature |
Deliver refrigerated serum aliquot. |