MYCOPHENOLIC ACID, SERUM (CELLCEPT)
Reporting Title: Mycophenolic Acid, S
Methodology: Tandem Mass Spectrometry (MS/MS)
	Test Performed At:
		Mayo Medical Laboratories #81563
	Specimen Required:
		Collect 2.0 mL (minimum 0.5 mL) of whole blood in a plain, red-top tube(s). SERUM GEL TUBE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.
	Laboratory Notes:
		Spin, separate and send 1.0 mL (minimum 0.1 mL) of serum refrigerated.
		NOTE:	1.	Reject due to hemolysis (pink ok)
	Reference Values: (trough specimens)
		Mycophenolic acid (MPA) = 1.0-3.5 mcg/mL
		Mycophenolic acid glucuronide
		(MPA-G) = 35-100 mcg/mL
	Day(s) Test Set Up:
		Monday – Sunday; Varies
	Cut-Off Time:
	Turn Around Time:
		2-4 days
	CPT Code:
		80299
	KIDDOS Order Name:
		Mycophenolic Acid Serum
	Cerner Order Name:
		Mycophen Ac

Last Updated 11/09

Last Reviewed 11/09