Buprenorphine, Screen and Confirmation, Urine
Also known as: Suboxone®
Use
Monitor use of prescribed medication and detection of illicit use
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test may not detect buprenorphine use if the drug has been eliminated from the body, if the sample is diluted, or in cases of new or infrequent usage that results in low urinary concentrations. False positives may occur due to cross-reacting substances. It does not differentiate between prescription and illicit use unless historical prescription data is available.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Buprenorphine
AnalyteNorbuprenorphine
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 3414-0 - Buprenorphine Ur Ql
- 3414-0 - Buprenorphine Ur Ql
- 38373-7 - Buprenorphine+Nor Ur Ql
- 16208-1 - Buprenorphine Ur Ql Cfm
- 49752-9 - Buprenorphine Ur Cfm-mCnc
- 58362-5 - Norbuprenorphine Ur Ql Cfm
- 49751-1 - Norbuprenorphine Ur Cfm-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Urine
Volume
20 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Plastic urine container
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature. If arrival at lab will extend beyond seven days, refrigerate.
Causes for Rejection
Insufficient volume; no identification
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 34 days |
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