Methaqualone, Urine

Test Code

39814

CPT Codes
80368

Preferred Specimen

2 mL urine collected in a plastic container (preservative-free)

Minimum Volume

0.7 mL

Instructions

Urine specimens should be collected in a plastic (polyethylene) bottle. Do not fill bottle past the shoulder. Close with a screw cap, which has a self-sealing liner (e.g., 40 mL bottle and cap).

Transport Container

Plastic container (preservative-free)

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 1 year

Methodology
Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry

FDA Status
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by NMS Labs. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

Setup Schedule

Set up: As needed; Report available: 8 days

Report Available

8 Days

Reference Range

See Laboratory Report

Clinical Significance

Identification and Quantitation

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.