Posted Date
Effective Date
Test Name
Eculizumab Monitoring
Update Type
Test Code Change
CPT Code
80299
Order Code
VECUL
Fee Code: AB181 (CPT )
Reference Laboratory: Eurofins Viracor 33336
New order code VECUL is available effective January 7, 2025, for ordering Eculizumab. This test is useful for therapeutic drug monitoring of Eculizumab.
Collection Instructions: Collect specimen in a red top tube; do not use SST tube. Allow specimen to clot for a minimum of 60 minutes. Centrifuge for >1000g for 15 minutes, aliquot 1 mL (minimum 0.5 mL) of serum into a plastic vial, and freeze.