| Synonyms:
| Lanoxin, Dig |
| Specimen: | Blood, (1) Red (no preservative) top vacutainer tube.
Draw sample before dose or at least 6 hours after last does. Include last dose schedule on request form. |
| Volume: | Full Primary tube |
| Minimum Volume: | 200 microL serum |
| Collection: | Separate serum and transfer to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube for transport.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C |
| Rejection Criteria: | Specimen received in an SST (serum separator) tube; quantity not sufficient for testing; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | Therapeutic digoxin concentrations vary significantly, depending on the individual. |
| Methodology: | Immunoassay |
| Test Use: | Measurements of digoxin are used in the diagnosis and treatment of digoxin overdose and in monitoring levels of digoxin to ensure appropriate therapy. |
| Additional Information: | If drawn in a SST (serum separator tube), remove serum within one hour of collection. |
| Testing Includes: | Quantitative measurement of digoxin. |
| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |