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HelpTest Code AMPSN Amphetamines Confirmation, Blood
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Epic EAP: LAB8416
Epic Description: AMPHETAMINES CONFIRMATION, BLOOD
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
3.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Alternate | Lavender, EDTA | 3.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
16 days refrigerated
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Deliver to laboratory. Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum or plasma into plastic vial. Refrigerate specimen. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.Gel tubes will be rejected.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.3 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: AMPSN
https://wardelab.com/test/amphetamine-panel-serum-or-plasma/
Assay Frequency
Varies
Routine Turnaround Time
5 - 7 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Refrigerate specimen. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Patient Preparation
Draw blood in red top or lavender tube.
CPT Code Information
80326, 80359