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Test Code ACTMN Acetaminophen LAB43

Performing Laboratory

UnityPoint Finley Hospital

Test Method

Enzyme Inhibition; Roche cobas Pro & Pure

Performance

Monday through Sunday

Routine: Typically completed within 4 hours upon receipt in the laboratory. 

STAT: Typically completed within 1 hour upon receipt in the laboratory. 

Specimen Requirement

  1. Lithium heparin plasma (green) is the specimen of choice: 500 uL. Gel tubes are not acceptable.
  2. Serum (red) and EDTA plasma (purple) are also acceptable sample types.
  3. It is recommended that the serum or plasma be separated from contact with cells within 2 hours from time of collection.
  4. Specimens are stable for 24 hours at room temperature. 
  5. Specimens are stable for 7 days when stored at 2-8°C or 6 months frozen at -20°C. 

Useful For

Acetaminophen is a widely used analgesic and antipyretic found in a number of over‑the‑counter and prescription products. When consumed in overdose quantities, acetaminophen may cause severe liver and kidney damage, or death.

Reference Values

Serum/plasma therapeutic range: 10.0-30.0 μg/mL
Critical value: greater than (>) 40.0 μg/mL

CPT Code Information

Insurances following Medicare rules: G0480

80329 Analgesics, non-opioid; 1 or 2