Test Code CLOZNOR Clozapine and Norclozapine Level
Cerner Test Code
CLOZA
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Red Top Tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, separate serum from cells and transfer to an aliquot tube. Store and transport refrigerated.
Stability
Room Temp 48 hrs, Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 14 days
Rejection Criteria
Serum separator tube (SST), heparinized, grossly lipemic, hemolyzed, and icteric specimens
Performed Test Frequency
Monday – Friday
Turnaround Time
2 - 3 Days
CPT(s)
80159
Methodology
High Performance Liquid Chromatography
Performing Location
Warde Medical Laboratory, Ann Arbor, MI.