Microbiology
| 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. Please refer to the Prescriber’s Guidelines on St James’s intranet. Contact microbiology medical staff if further clarification/Advice is needed. |
Related links |
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Reference range |
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SJH Patients Only |
No |
Last updated |
Mon, 06 Mar 2017 14:55:30 GMT |