Test Code PHENY Phenytoin (Dilantin), Serum
Performing Laboratory
Chilton Hospital Laboratory-Chemistry
Methodology
Multi-point/Immuno Rate
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red top
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Rejection: Gold or tiger top (serum gel)
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Reference Values
Therapeutic concentration: 10-20 µg/mL
Critical values (automatic call-back): <10 µg/mL or >20 µg/mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Available STAT
Turnaround Time:
Routine-8 hours