An aminoglycoside that requires therapeutic drug monitoring because of its nephrotoxicity and vestibulo-ototoxicity. Similar to gentamicin multiple daily dosing and once daily dosing regimens exist with various reference ranges. If you are not able to interpret the tobramycin level result safely please contact the microbiology department for clinical advice.
Tube
01 (SE) – Serum Gel
ID
Tests&Tubes0121
Additional information
Samples processed by the Department of Blood Sciences (Biochemistry) as of 17.6.11(not microbiology) Please note: test can only be added to samples within 8 hours of collection.
Turn around
A&E: N/A
Day Case: 6 Hours
In-Patient: 6 Hours
Out-Patient: N/A
GP: N/A
Send to
Blood Sciences Cross Site
Contact
For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: [email protected].
Collection Con
Serum (with or without gel) and plasma (EDTA/lithium heparin) samples acceptable. Minimum volume: 500µl serum / plasma
Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing – No special requirements.
Sample REQ
Blood
Ref. Range Notes
Units
mg/L