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Phencyclidine Conf (QL), Meconium

Test Code
34806


CPT Codes
83992<br>RESTRICTED CLIENT CODE

Preferred Specimen
Minimum: 5 grams meconium submitted in a preservative-free plastic, leak-proof container


Instructions
Collect at least 5 grams, approximately 1 tablespoon, of the black- tarry Meconium sample and place into a clean 40 mL polyethylene bottle. The sample may be combined several times from each evacuation up to approximately 72 hours or when the sample starts to turn yellowish-green.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Undetermined
Refrigerated: Undetermined
Frozen: Undetermined


Methodology
High Perfrm Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry

Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Fri; Report available: 3 days


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report


Clinical Significance
Confirmation of Positive Screen; Identification by LC-MS/MS.




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.