Test ID TRMP Trimipramine, Serum
Useful For
Monitoring serum concentration during therapy
Evaluating potential toxicity
The test may also be useful to evaluate patient compliance
Method Name
Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Reporting Name
Trimipramine, SSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Container/Tube: Red top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Draw specimen immediately before next scheduled dose (minimum 12 hours after last dose).
2. Serum must be separated from cells within 2 hours of draw.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
Frozen | 28 days | ||
Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Therapeutic concentration: 150-300 ng/mL
Note: Therapeutic ranges are for specimens drawn at trough (ie, immediately before next scheduled dose). Levels may be elevated in non-trough specimens.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday; Varies
Performing Laboratory

Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
80335
G0480 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
TRMP | Trimipramine, S | 4083-2 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
64269 | Trimipramine, S | 4083-2 |
NY State Approved
YesForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.