AnMed Laboratory Services

         

Tobramycin  (TOBRA)

Synonyms:  Nebcin
Specimen:  Blood: (1) Red (no preservative) top vacutainer tube. Trough level is drawn within 30 minutes prior to dose. Peak level is drawn 60-90 minutes after IM dose or post infusion.
                        Volume:  Full primary tube
Minimum Volume:  200 microL serum
Collection:  If drawn in a SST (serum separator)serum must be removed from cells within one hour of collection. Transfer serum to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube. Refrigerate at 2-8°C for 8 hours; freeze if not assayed within 8 hours.
Rejection Criteria:  Incorrect specimen type; imporper labeling.
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Testing Includes:  Includes Tobramycin Trough and Peak Levels.
Testing Facility:  AnMed Laboratory