Test Name

• RISPERIDONE (RISPERDAL(R)), S

Test Code

• 8567

Test Synonym

• Risperidone

Minimum Volume

• 1.1 mL

Specimen Type

• Serum

Primary Container

• Plain Red Top Tube, Transfer Tube- Serum

Transport Temp

• Ambient

Specimen Requirements

• 3 mL Serum from a Red Top Tube (do not use serum from an SST)

Specimen Retention

• Collect specimen just prior to the next dose (trough level). DO NOT USE SST (gel-barrier) , Red Top for Serum only