Result Test Name
10 HYDROXYCARBAZEPINE
Laboratory
QUEST LAB
Result Test Code
123012697
Laboratory Test Name
Oxcarbazepine Metabolite
Reportable Test Name
-
Result LOINC
31019-3
Collection Container
Red Top - Plain
Units
-
Collection Requirements
1ml serum collected in Red Top tube no gel. Aliquot and transport refrigerated.
Container Temp
Refrigerated (3)
Container Volume
1.000
Test Info
Oxcarbazepine Metabolite aka Trileptal Quest Test Code 36637 From Quest: Clinical Significance Oxcarbazepine Metabolite - Oxcarbazepine (trileptal) is an anti-convulsant used for treating generalized tonic-clonic and partial seizures. It can be administered alone or as an adjunct to other anti-convulsants. Clinically significant effects of oxcarbazepine are observed when plasma levels of its active metabolite 10-OH-carbazepine are between 15 and 35 ug/mL. Toxic symptoms may occur when plasma levels exceed 35 ug/mL. The therapeutic monitoring of oxcarbazepine and its active metabolite are important for achieving proper serum/plasma concentration to inhibit epileptic seizures and avoid adverse effects.
Shipping Instructions
1ml serum collected in Red Top tube no gel. Aliquot and transport refrigerated.