الوصف
Quantitative measurement of propylene glycol, a solvent/excipient that can accumulate after high-dose IV medications or toxic ingestion.
دواعي الإستعمال
Evaluates suspected propylene-glycol exposure/toxicity, especially unexplained high anion-gap metabolic acidosis or hyperosmolality.
نوع العينة والكمية والشروط
EDTA Whole Blood
إحتياطات خاصة
Collect in a preservative-free tube; avoid alcohol-containing skin prep when feasible. Separate promptly and keep refrigerated; document suspected exposure/time.
المعدل الطبيعي
Limit of detection : 5.0 mg/dL Toxic : > 20.0 mg/dL