Kanamycin Concentration in Body Fluids (Quantitative)
This test measures the amount of kanamycin, an antibiotic, in your body fluids. It helps doctors monitor how your body is responding to treatment.
["Kanamycin helps fight bacterial infections, and this test tracks its levels to ensure safety and effectiveness."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 88705-9
- Short code
- Kanamycin Islt Slgr Mcbct AB 3.5
- Synonyms
- Kanamycin Islt Slgr Mcbct AB 3.5
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- method-for-slow-growing-mycobacteria-antibiotic-concentration-at-ug-ml
- CPT
- 86038
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
Why Is This Test Done?
Your healthcare provider may order this test if you’re receiving kanamycin therapy to check for safe dosing, detect toxicity, or assess infection control. It’s often used in patients with kidney issues or those on long-term antibiotics.
What Does the Result Mean?
Results aren’t provided with specific reference ranges here, as they depend on your medical condition, dose, and lab standards. Your doctor will interpret the value in relation to your treatment plan.
What to Expect Before the Test
No special preparation is needed unless instructed by your doctor. You may provide a sample of urine, serum, or plasma, depending on the clinical context. Follow your provider’s instructions for timing (e.g., fasting or avoiding certain foods).
What to Expect During the Test
The test involves collecting a small fluid sample (e.g., blood, urine) via a simple procedure. Results are typically processed in a lab and returned to your doctor within 1–3 days, depending on the lab’s workflow.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
High kanamycin levels may indicate toxicity (e.g., kidney damage, hearing loss), while low levels could signal insufficient antibiotic effectiveness. Regular monitoring helps balance safety and treatment success, especially in patients with kidney problems or those on multiple medications.
Short name
Kanamycin Level
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
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