Sedative Hypnotic Panel, Urine
Use
The Sedative Hypnotic Panel, Urine is used for the detection and confirmation of various sedative and hypnotic drugs in urine samples. The test is significant in clinical contexts where it is necessary to determine the presence of substances typically associated with sedative or hypnotic effects, such as barbiturates, benzodiazepines, and others. The panel is especially relevant in cases of suspected drug misuse, overdose, or exposure, as well as in forensic investigations to detect substances commonly involved in drug-facilitated crimes (e.g., 'date rape' cases).
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The Sedative Hypnotic Panel, Urine may not detect all possible sedative or hypnotic substances, as the panel targets specific drugs commonly involved in misuse or intoxication incidents. False negatives can occur if substances are present below the detection threshold. The test might not distinguish between prescription and non-prescription sources of detected substances. Moreover, certain substances may interfere with the test, leading to inaccurate results.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 5645-7 - Ethanol Ur-mCnc
- 9426-8 - Barbiturates Ur-mCnc
- 3641-8 - Flunitrazepam Ur-mCnc
- 9428-4 - Benzodiaz Ur-mCnc
- 19501-6 - Ketamine CtO Ur Scn-mCnc
- 29868-7 - G-OH-Butyr Ur Ql
Result Turnaround Time
7-10 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Urine
Volume
10 mL
Minimum Volume
5 mL
Container
plastic container
Collection Instructions
Collect 10 mL random urine without preservatives. Ship refrigerated in a plastic container.
Storage Instructions
Ship refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
NA
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 180 days |