Heroin Metabolite (6‑AM) Confirmation (Labcorp MedWatch®)
Use
Detect and confirm the presence of heroin metabolite (6-acetylmorphine). Note: 6-Acetylmorphine [6-AM] has a short half-life and is further metabolized to morphine. It is most likely to be detected within the first 24 hours following heroin use. Consequently, specimens collected more than 24 hours post dose may test negative for 6-AM.
Special Instructions
This assay is intended for pain management. It is not intended for workplace testing and does not comply with state regulatory workplace testing programs.
Limitations
6‑AM has a short half‑life and is further metabolized to morphine, which means that specimens collected more than 24 hours after heroin use may test negative even when use has occurred.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 19322-7
- 19593-3
Result Turnaround Time
3-4 days
Related Documents
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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.
Causes for Rejection
Quantity not sufficient for analysis; incorrect specimen
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