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Amphetamines, Quantitative, LC/MS/MS, Serum
Test Code93376
Alias/See Also
LAB667
CPT Codes
80325, 80359 (HCPCS: G0480)
Includes
Amphetamines, Methamphetamines, Phentermine, MDA, MDMA, MDEA
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum collected in a red-top tube (no gel)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Transport Container
Transport tube
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Serum separator tube (SST)
Methodology
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
10: 00 a. M. Tues, thurs, sat
Report Available
2-4 days
Reference Range
Amphetamine | <5 ng/mL |
Methamphetamine | <5 ng/mL |
Phentermine | <5 ng/mL |
MDA | <5 ng/mL |
MDMA | <5 ng/mL |
MDEA | <5 ng/mL |
Clinical Significance
This test is useful to monitor prescribed drug therapy. It is also utilized as a confirmation test for positive screen results that automatically reflex for confirmation at an additional charge.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-Valencia |
8407 Fallbrook Ave, Suite 100 |
West Hills, CA 91304-3226 |