Total Trycyclics

Pathology category

Biochemistry - referred tests

Code

TRIC

Referral code

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Test information

Assay for tricyclic antidepressants, usually in suspected OD

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Contact duty biochemist

Reference range

see report

Tube type

Tube type info

Plain(no gel)/ Li Hep

Special requirements

Serum/Plasma

Minimum volume

1 mL

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

1 week

TAT GP/Outpatient

1 week

Referral lab

Regional Toxicology Laboratory, City Hospital