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Clinical Biochemistry

Sample and container requirements

Serum EDTA Plasma Lithium Heparin Plasma (paediatrics only) Whole Blood Saliva

Minimum volume required

200 μL serum/plasma/blood/saliva

Special requirements

Take sample immediately before an oral dose.

Patient preparation

Take sample immediately before an oral dose.

Sample viability

Turnaround time

10 days

Reference range

Please refer to report for reference ranges.

Clinical guidance

Please follow the link below to the referral laboratory website for more information: https://epilepsysociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/2024-11/TDM-SOP-SER-002__v3.4__PREVIEW.pdf

Notes

Sent to Epilepsy Society, Chalfont St Peter

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This information was last updated on 19 August 2026