Test Name: | Drugs of Abuse, Serum |
Epic Order Code: | LAB5291 | | |
CPT Code: | G0431 | | |
Specimen(s) Type: | Serum, 2.0 mL |
Acceptable Container(s): | Top is red. | | |
Testing Schedule: | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday |
Turn Around Time: | STAT: NA | | |
| Routine: 2-4 days |
Collection Information: | No special patient preparation is required. Obtain by standard collection procedures. Do not collect in SST. |
Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. |
Reference Clients: | If unable to deliver to the lab within 1 hour, centrifuge the specimen and remove serum from the red cells. Store and transport at 2 - 8° C within 24 hours. If longer storage is required, store and transport at -20° C within 12 days. |
Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient volume, incorrect/delay in transport. |
Reference Range: | Negative for all analytes. |
Additional Information: | Includes Amphetamine, Barbiturate, Benzodiazepine, Cannabinoid, Cocaine, Methadone, Opiate, and PCP. |