Gancyclovir assay
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: 5ml clotted blood (1ml if paediatric), red top, Turnaround Time: 1-2 days |
Assay to determine level of gancyclovir in serum for therapeutic monitoring
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable
Measurement units: mg/L
Clinical decision points: Pre 0.5-1.0mg/L
Post 7-9 mg/L (ganciclovir)
Post 5-7 mg/L (valganciclovir)
Luck et al. 2011 International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents 37:445-448
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory