Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC49664Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
γ-Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB), Screen and Confirmation, Urine
Also known as: Gamma-Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB), Urine
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Detect the presence of γ-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), a central nervous system depressant
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
γ-Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB)
AnalyteGHB
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 43197-3 - G-OH-Butyr Ur Ql Scn
Result Codes
- 43197-3 - G-OH-Butyr Ur Ql Scn
- 81629-8 - G-OH-Butyr Spec Ql Cfm
- 43198-1 - G-OH-Butyr Ur Cfm-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
7-10 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
10 mL
Minimum Volume
1.2 mL
Container
Plastic urine container without preservative
Storage Instructions
Submission/transport (<3 days): Room temperature. For storage beyond three days, specimen should be refrigerated or frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Urine from preservative tube
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