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Desipramine (Norpramin)

Tube Type

Test ID   LAB682
EPIC Order
   Desipramine Level
CPT Code(s)   80299
Group/Individual Test   Individual
Laboratory   Core Referral Testing
Tube Station   30
Specimen Routine: 3 ml blood/Red plain tube; See comments
  Micro: 0.75 mL blood
Availability Routine: Reference Laboratory - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Turnaround Time   Average:  4-6 days
Reference Range Normal: See separate report
Comments
  • Draw specimen immediately before next scheduled dose (minimum 12 hours after last dose).
  • Sample must be processed within 2 hours of draw.

Reviewed by J. Carr on November 12, 2025

UNC Hospitals
McLendon Clinical Laboratories
101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514