Last Updated: June 4, 2023 @ 9:13 am | ||
2111 | Valproic Acid | |
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Stability: | Ambient: 2 Hour(s); Refrigerated: 2 Day(s); Frozen: 12 Month(s); Incubated: Unacceptable | |
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Performed: | Mon-Fri | |
Reported: | 1-3 Day(s) | |
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Interpretive Data: | Please see report for interpretive data. Valproic acid serum concentrations of 50 - 100 µg/mL effectively control generalized and partial seizures in most patients. Seizure control may improve at levels greater than 100 µg/mL, but toxicity may occur at levels of 100 - 150 µg/mL. | |
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