Stimulants

Test Code: TD_Stims

CPT Code(s):
1-7 Confirmations: G0480;
8-14 Confirmations: G0481;
15-21 Confirmations: G0482;
22+ Confirmations: G0483

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Stims

Test Includes

Amphetamine
Methamphetamine
Phentermine
Methylphenidate
Ritalinic Acid

Methodology

Urine

Rejection Criteria

Specimens with any preservatives

Reference Range(s)

Negative

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Urine transport tube or cup

Minimum Volume

1 mL urine

Sample Stability

2 weeks refrigerated

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

After obtaining a urine sample from patient, unscrew the cap of the sample cup and submerge the tip of transfer straw into the specimen. Insert a 6mL additive-free tube, allowing the urine to fill the tube until the flow ceases.

Alternative Specimen

N/A