Test Name
Thiopurine Metabilites by LC/MS
Type SpecimenLavender top tube 6 mL (purple EDTA specimen)
LIS CodeTHIOP
Lab Section
Send outs
Fluid TypeWhole blood
Container Whole Blood Required
6 mL Lavender
Summary Test NameThiopurine Metabilites by LC/MS
Specimen StabilityAmbient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 5 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Minimum Volume2.5 mL
Specimen TransportRefrigerated
Patient PreparationTrough collection.
Preferred Volume5 mL