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Thiopurine Metabolites

Order Code
503800
CPT
80299
Test Details
Synonyms

6MP Metabolites, 6TG Metabolites, Mercaptopurine Metabolites, Azathioprine Metabolites

TAT

16 days

Methodology

Whole blood washing and red blood cell harvesting/counting. Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS) after acidic hydrolysis

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Monitors 6-MP/azathioprine therapy. Assesses efficacy and toxicity.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

3 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 8 days
Order Code
503800
CPT
80299
Test Details
Synonyms

6MP Metabolites, 6TG Metabolites, Mercaptopurine Metabolites, Azathioprine Metabolites

TAT

16 days

Methodology

Whole blood washing and red blood cell harvesting/counting. Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS) after acidic hydrolysis

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Monitors 6-MP/azathioprine therapy. Assesses efficacy and toxicity.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

3 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 8 days