Dextro/Levo Methorphan, LC/MS/MS, Urine

Test Code
DMETHR


CPT Codes
80362

Preferred Specimen
7 mL random urine


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Transport Container
Plastic urine container


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 30 days
Refrigerated: 30 days
Frozen: 30 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Preserved urine


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
6: 00 a. M. Tues, fri


Report Available
2-5 days


Reference Range

<5 ng/mL



Clinical Significance
This test is utilized to detect the use of Dextromethorphan.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
27027 Tourney Road
Valencia, CA 91355-5386




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.