Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC51147Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cocaine Metabolite Confirmation (Labcorp MedWatch®)
Also known as: Benzoylecgonine
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Drug analysis/clinical drug monitoring
Special Instructions
This assay is intended for pain management and does not comply with state regulatory workplace testing programs. Additional confirmatory or reflex tests may extend turnaround time.
Limitations
In some cases, additional time should be allowed for confirmatory or reflex testing. Testing schedules may vary. Not suitable for workplace testing or to meet state regulatory workplace requirements.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Benzoylecgonine
AnalyteBenzoylecgonine Conf • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Cocaine (Metabolite)
AnalyteCocaine (Metab.) • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 3393-6
Result Codes
- 16226-3
Result Turnaround Time
3-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
20 mL
Minimum Volume
7 mL
Container
Plastic urine container
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature; refrigerate if arrival at lab will extend beyond seven days.
Causes for Rejection
Quantity not sufficient for analysis; incorrect specimen
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |