ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Metoprolol (Lopressor®), Serum or Plasma : 0091453

Mnemonic: METOPRO SP

Methodology: High Performance Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Performed: Varies
Reported: 3-9 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Plain red or lavender (EDTA).

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 2 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Unacceptable Conditions: Separator tubes.\

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 2 weeks; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 2 weeks
Reference Interval:
By report
CPT Code(s): 80299
Cross References: Lopressor® (Metoprolol (Lopressor®), Serum or Plasma)