Test Name

• AMITRIPTYLINE (ELAVIL), SERUM

Test Code

• 6014

Test Synonym

• Amitriptyline & Nortriptyline, Serum/Plasma

Minimum Volume

• 0.3 mL

Specimen Type

• Serum Or Plasma

Primary Container

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

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. For therapeutic monitoring, collect specimen immediately prior to next dose unless specified otherwise.