Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
LAMO
Test Code (Numeric Code)
0909
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
Tubes containing gel are not acceptable.
Separating
Centrifuge and separate blood as soon as possible after collection.
Laboratory
LabPLUS Toxicology
Sample Stability
The separated sample is stable up to 7 days at 4°C, if testing is delayed then sample should be frozen.
Synonyms
Lamictal
Turnaround Time
1 week
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain(Microtainer)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Pre-testing Requirements
Collect a trough sample (before the next dose).
Additional Specimen Information
Laboratory Notes:
Specimen Receipt (internal or external):
Put barcoded plasma/serum into the TOX box at 4 degrees.
Please note if the sample is in a gel tube.
Last updated: 30/09/2026