Investigation Name:Zonisamide

Pathology Laboratory:Clinical Chemistry/ Biochemistry

Requestable Seperately?Yes

Lower Reference Range Limit:10 mg/L

Upper Reference Range Limit:40 mg/L

Minimum Sample Volume:5 mL

Expected Turnaround Time:7 working days

Test Code:AOT

Sample Type:

Collection Conditions / Other Information:Sample should be taken immediately before an oral dose.
LAB INSTRUCTIONS: Separate into aliquot tube, store at 4°C, send first class post.

Reference Laboratory Details:Therapeutic Drug Monitoring Unit, National Society for Epilepsy, Chalfont Centre for Epilepsy, Chalfont St Peter, Chesham Lane, Buckinghamshire SL9 0RJ. Tel: 01494 601423

Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes

Further information:The range provided is associated with optimal efficacy and minimal toxicity for the majority of patients. It is important to recognise that some patients will require concentrations (levels) outside of the quoted reference range for optimal clinical response.

Contact Number:01902 307 999 Ext 88266