Preferred Sample Type
2mls
Sample Preparation
If unable to send immediately please refrigerate sample.Turnaround Time
Available upon requestSample Stability
Clots stored for a week in laboratory. Serum sent to Reference LaboratoryTeicoplanin Antibiotic Assay
Notes
Teicoplanin levels are sent to Bristol Antibiotic Reference Laboratory. Only Pre dose samples are tested.
Reference Range
Severe Staph.aureus infection including IE = Pre dose >20 but <60 Other severe infections = Pre >10 but <60
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
- EQA Status: NEQAS