Biochemistry
| Full details for "Theophylline ". | |
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Name |
Theophylline |
Alternative name/Profile |
Aminophylline, Phyllocontin |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
Serum theophylline is used in therapeutic monitoring of patients taking theophylline and also in assessing theophylline toxicity. |
Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5ml Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Daily |
Turnaround time |
1 working day |
Availability |
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Notes |
Collect sample immediately prior to dose Haemolysis may invalidate
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Reference range |
50 - 110 µmol/L |
Last updated |
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:17:12 GMT |