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Department

Microbiology

Preferred Sample Type

Teicoplanin Antibiotic Assay
2mls

Sample Preparation

If unable to send immediately please refrigerate sample.

Turnaround Time

Available upon request

Sample Stability

Clots stored for a week in laboratory. Serum sent to Reference Laboratory

Teicoplanin Antibiotic Assay

Notes

Teicoplanin levels are sent to Bristol Antibiotic Reference Laboratory. Only Pre dose samples are tested.

Reference Range

Severe Staph.aureus infection including IE = Pre dose >20 but <60 Other severe infections = Pre >10 but <60

Specifications

  • EQA Scheme?: Yes
  • EQA Status: NEQAS