Collection Requirements

Drawing instructions:

• IV - 30" post loading dose 
• If continuous infusion follows, check level at 6 & 12 hr after beginning infusion
• Oral - 2 hr post (rapid release) 4 hr post (sustained release) 

Monitor caffeine as well in neonates

Source: blood
Container(s):

• Preferred: Sodium heparin green
• Acceptable: Red

Volume: 1 mL in vacutainer or 500 uL in microtainer