Oxycodone and Metabolite Total, Urine

Test Code

10985

Preferred Specimen

Urine collected in Sterile Cup

Minimum Volume

5 mL

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Methodology
Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS)

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 the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Sets up 5 days a week.

Reference Range

See Laboratory Report

Clinical Significance

This test is utilized to determine patient compliance with narcotic (opiate) prescriptions for Oxycodone and/or Oxymorphone. This test is often used in conjunction with an immunoassay screening procedure to verify the presence of a specific drug. Compliance with prescriptions for controlled substances is a major concern for physicians who prescribe them for patients.

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.