Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD04501Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 91830
Acetyl Fentanyl, Qualitative, Blood
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Acetyl fentanyl is a fentanyl analog previously undocumented in illicit drug use, up to five times more potent than heroin. Its enhanced potency has led to reported overdose deaths. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends laboratories provide analytical options for acetyl fentanyl to support enhanced surveillance for healthcare providers. ([jdos.nicholsinstitute.com](https://jdos.nicholsinstitute.com/dos/LabFirst/test/159750?utm_source=openai))
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Acetyl fentanyl
AnalyteQualitative detection • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
sodium fluoride (gray-top) tube
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 5 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
