Fluoxetine/Norfluoxetine
Test Mnemonic
FLUOX
CPT Codes
- 80332 - QTY (1)
- G0480 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Fluoxetine and Metabolite Quantitative, Serum or Plasma
- Prozac
- Sarafem
Includes
- Fluoxetine
- Norfluoxetine
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
FDA Category
Laboratory Developed Test
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 mL | Serum | No additive (Red) | Refrigerated | Draw 2 tubes to ensure adequate specimen volume. Do not use serum separator tubes. Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and transfer to aliquot tube. |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 mL | Plasma | EDTA (Lavender) | Refrigerated | Draw 2 tubes to ensure adequate specimen volume. Do not use plasma separator tubes. Separate plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and transfer to aliquot tube. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 2 weeks |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 9 months |
Days Performed
Varies
Turnaround Time
6 - 9 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GCMS) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Unacceptable conditions: Separator tubes. This test is New York DOH approved.
Clinical Info
Optimize drug therapy and monitor patient adherence.