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Methadone Screen, Urine

Test Name:Methadone Screen, Urine
Epic Order Code:LAB5014
CPT Code:80101
Specimen(s) Type:Urine, 5.0 mL
Acceptable Container(s):Closeup of a sterile collection container with lid.Sterile container
Testing Schedule:Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. After-hours, emergency basis only.
Turn Around Time:STAT: 30 minutes
Routine: 1 hour
Collection Information:No special patient preparation is required. Obtain specimen by standard collection procedures.
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, store and transport at 2-8° C. Specimen is stable as long as it remains tightly capped.
Causes for Rejection:Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient quantity, incorrect transport.
Reference Range:Negative; Calibration cutoff of 150 ng/ml.
Additional Information:Use extreme caution when interpreting positive immunoassay screen results. Confirmation by GC/MS is available for all drugs of abuse classes.