Cannabinoids (THC), Urine

Message
This test is ordered as part of a Urine Drug Screen(UDS) or can be ordered as an individual test
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820
09.2018


Test Code
UTHC


Alias/See Also
THC
UDS


CPT Codes
80101

Preferred Specimen
Greater than 100 mL of fresh urine


Minimum Volume
10 mL


Transport Container
Sterile, screw cap cup


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 5 days
When testing is complete, the urine specimen is frozen for 30 days pending requests for further testing.


Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.


Limitations
The unconfirmed screening results are to be used for medical purposes only.
Cut-off concentration for a positive result is ≥ 50 ng/mL.


Reference Range
Not Detected


Clinical Significance
This test is used in the diagnosis and treatment of cannabinoid use and overdose.




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.