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Test Code QUIN Quinidine, Serum

Performing Laboratory

NorDx

Specimen Requirements

Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s). Spin down and send 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.3 mL) of serum refrigerated.

Note:  Label specimen with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of draw, and phlebotomist’s initials.

Test Classification and CPT Coding

80194

Methodology

Fluorescence Polarization Immunoassay (FPIA)

Quinidine is indicated in the treatment of premature atrial and ventricular contractions, paroxysmal atrial tachycardia, paroxysmal A-V junctional rhythms, and atrial flutter. Quinidine is contraindicated in A-V block and in digitalis-induced A-V conduction disorders.

Reference Values

Therapeutic concentration:  2.0-5.0 µg/mL

Toxic concentration:  >10.0 µg/mL

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday