Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD28335Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
MDMA/MDA, Quantitative, Urine
Also known as: EVE, Ecstasy
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test is designed to detect the use of the stimulant/hallucinogen Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA, XTC, Ecstasy) and its metabolite Methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA).
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
MDA
AnalyteQuantitation of MDA • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
MDEA
AnalyteQuantitation of MDEA • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
MDMA
AnalyteQuantitation of MDMA • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
20 mL random urine
Minimum Volume
5 mL random urine
Container
Plastic, leak‑proof urine container / sterile container
Collection Instructions
Random urine collected in plastic, leak‑proof urine container
Causes for Rejection
Preserved urine
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |