Turnaround times
The quoted turnaround time is from sample receipt in the laboratory, to results authorisation in the Laboratory Information Management system. The times do not include transport of specimen to the laboratory or the administrative process to print and post/email reports. Service users must allow for transport and reporting time when ordering tests.
Clinical background:
Sertraline is a SSRI antidepressant. Sertraline is used for the treatment of depression, OCD, panic disorder and post traumatic stress disorder.
Specimen container paediatric:
EDTA plasma
Get tubes are unsuitable.
Specimen container adult:
EDTA plasmaGet tubes are unsuitable.
Minimum volume paediatric:
1 mL
Minimum volume adult:
2 mL
Special requirements:
A through sample is recommended.
Transport requirements:
Post at ambient temperature
Interpretation:
It is possible for other medications to interfere with analysis. Please state current medications.
Important:
We are unable to release results to patients, patients should contact their healthcare provider for laboratory test results.
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