In order to conserve resources during these difficult financial times, certain low volume drug levels will no longer be performed in the Pathology laboratories but will be sent to a reference laboratory. Beginning 9/15/2009, primidone and quinidine levels will be performed at a reference lab. This may result in longer turnaround times for these levels.

On September 15, 2009, the specimen requirements will change to:

Quinidine:
   Adult: 2 mLs whole blood in red top tube
   Peds: 1 mLs whole blood in red top tube

Primidone:
   Adult: 2 mLs whole blood in red top tube
   Peds: 1.6 mLs whole blood in red top tube

Questions can be directed to Matthew Krasowski M.D., Ph.D. (Medical Director, Clinical Chemistry Laboratory) at 384-9380.