Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC73328Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Meperidine/Normeperidine, Screen and Confirmation, Urine
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Detect and confirm the presence of meperidine and/or normeperidine
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The assay is not suitable for workplace testing as it does not meet the regulatory requirements for such testing. Results from this test should not be used for decisions related to workplace compliance. Additional confirmatory or reflex testing may be needed, which could extend the turnaround time beyond the usual 3-5 days.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Meperidine
AnalyteMeperidine Screen, Urine
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Normeperidine
AnalyteNormeperidine
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 3746-5 - Meperidine Ur Ql
- 72384-1 - Meperidine+Nor Ur Ql Cfm
- 16253-7 - Meperidine Ur Cfm-mCnc
- 27920-8 - Normeperidine Ur Ql
- 3869-5 - Normeperidine Ur-mCnc
- 77202-0 - Laboratory comment Report
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
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.
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