Test Name

• OXCARBAZEPINE (TRILEPTAL),S

Test Code

• 5810

Test Synonym

• Oxcarbazepine, Serum/Plasma

Minimum Volume

• 0.3 mL

Specimen Type

• Serum Or Plasma

Primary Container

• Plain Red Top Tube, Lavender Top Tube, Transfer Tube- Plasma, Transfer Tube- Serum

Transport Temp

• Refrigerated

TAT

• 5 days

Specimen Requirements

• 1 mL SERUM OR PLASMA

Specimen Retention

• Transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube. Draw trough levels immediately prior to next dose. Steady-state levels are reached within two to three days in patients taking oxcarbazepine twice daily.