Phenytoin Level

Synonyms

• DILANTIN
• LAB31
• PHENYTOIN LEVEL, TOTAL

Cerner Name

PHENY

Clinical Info

Specimen Sources

Blood, Arterial Blood, Capillary Blood, Central Line Blood, Venous

Specimen Types

Blood

Specimen Volume

1 mL of serum

Container

Red Top Tube

Collection Instructions

Container/Tube: Plain, red-top tube(s)
Specimen: 1 mL of serum 
Note: Collection of a pre-dose (i.e.) trough specimen is recommended

Transport Instructions

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

4 days Room Temperature
4 days Refrigerated
2 months Frozen

Methodology

Immunoassay (KIMS)

Days Performed

Monday through Sunday

Performing Laboratories

Northwell Health Laboratories

CPT

80185

PDM

5400030

Results

Result Interpretation

Forms