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Gabapentin (Neurontin)

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Tube Type

Test ID LAB470
EPIC Order GABAPENTIN LEVEL
CPT Code(s) 80171
Group/Individual Test Individual
Laboratory Core Referral Testing
Tube Station 30
Specimen Routine: 3 mL blood/red plain tube; No gold SST; See Comments
Micro: 0.6 mL blood
Availability Routine: Reference Laboratory - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Turnaround Time 2-5 days
Reference Range See separate report
Comment
  • Draw immediately prior to next dose.
  • Must be processed within 2 hours of collection.

Reviewed by J. Carr on December 04, 2025

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