Tacrolimus
| Test Name | Tacrolimus |
| Alternate Name(s) | FK506, PROGRAF, TACROLIMUS |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | TACR |
| Specimen Type |
Whole Blood |
| Collection Container | Lavender- 5.0 ml |
| Container Information |
Lavender Tube
 Micro-Lavender Tube |
| Collection Information | |
| Test Schedule | |
| Routine Turnaround Time | 2 days |
| Stat Turnaround Time | |
| Reference Interval | |
| Critical Values | |
| Lab Process Notes |
Refer to Tacrolimus Flow Chart in DOCS " Indicate Date and Time of last dose Date and Time of collection |
| Storage and Transport | Specimen Handling: Collect blood in LAVENDER top tube (EDTA). Mix thoroughly by gentle inversion. SEND ENTIRE TUBE.
Store and ship at room temperature. |
| Test Referred To | Offsite, Reference Lab |
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