Full details for "Vancomycin assay". | |
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Name |
Vancomycin assay |
Alternative name/Profile |
Antibiotic assay / Vancomycin level / Glycopeptide / Vancocin / Lyphocin / Vancoled / Vancomycin Hydrochloride |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Peripheral blood |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 ml Red top clotted blood |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
1 day |
Availability |
Monday - Sunday; 08:00 - 20:00 |
Notes |
Out of range results are routinely telephoned to ward. Hospital staff can refer to the Prescribers Guidelines on St James's intranet under Resources/Medical Links. These guidelines contain the expected values and the prescribing and monitoring advice. Contact microbiology medical staff if further clarification/Advice is needed. |
Related links |
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Reference range |
Hospital staff can refer to the Prescribers Guidelines on St James's intranet under Resources/Medical Links. |
Last updated |
Thu, 17 Jun 2021 16:59:31 IST |