Oxycodone Screen, Chain of Custody, Random, Urine
Use
Detection of oxycodone and oxymorphone in urine following chain-of‑custody procedures. This test is intended for use in contexts where results may be used definitively in a court of law, with chain‑of‑custody procedures demonstrating that the specimen was controlled and minimized opportunity for tampering.
Special Instructions
Chain‑of‑Custody Kit (T282) required; includes containers, seals, documentation. Chain of Custody Request form included in kit; if not ordering electronically, send Therapeutics Test Request (T831). Reflex and additional testing: OXYCX (confirmation), COCH (processing), ADLTX (adulterants survey).
Limitations
Initial immunoassay screen; positives reflex to confirmatory testing (LC‑MS/MS) at additional charge. No STAT requests accepted. Submitting less than 2.5 mL may compromise testing. All specimens evaluated for suitability; certain conditions may lead to rejection.
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 19642‑8
- 19642‑8
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Urine
Volume
20 mL
Minimum Volume
2.5 mL
Container
Chain‑of‑Custody Kit (T282) provided container
Collection Instructions
Collect a random specimen without preservative in the container provided, seal, and submit with documentation.
Causes for Rejection
Specimens evaluated for suitability; insufficient volume (<2.5 mL) may compromise testing.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Ambient: 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | Refrigerated (preferred): 14 days |
| Frozen | Frozen: 14 days |
