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Valproate

Alternative Names:Epilim ®
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:VAL
Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
SST
Lithium Heparin (with Gel)
Collection & Request Instructions:Collect pre-dose
Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Daily
Additional Notes:

Therapeutic Range:  350—700 umol/L

There is a poor correlation between concentration and effect/toxicity.

Therapeutic Range Source: Alinity c Valproic Acid Reagent kit insert, October 2018

Test performed on Abbott Alinity