Quantitation of the concentration of itraconazole in serum.
Confirmation of adequate levels and alerting to toxic levels in patients receiving itraconazole for treatment or prophylaxis of fungal disease. Patient on itraconazole for at least 7 days.
Tube
Red top, black ring. Serum sample
ID
3691
Availability
Assay run Mondays and Thursdays
Additional Information
Antifungal agents are assayed by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectroscopy (LC-MS-MS). The results are highly specific and are not influenced by the use of antifungal combination therapy.
Turn around
8 days
Send to
LGI Microbiology Department
Collection Con
Collect sample 5 to 7 days after starting treatment. Min vol 10ml
IP Routine TAT
8 days
GP Routine TAT
8 days