Methodology
High Performance Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Synonyms
DXM; Dextromethorphan; Levomethorphan
Specimen Type
Urine
Performing Lab
NMS Labs
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Tuesday and Thursday
Standard TAT
3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Random Urine
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
No preservative.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 30 Days Refrigerated: 30 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Test Volume Required
2 mL Urine
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Urine
Processing Instructions
Complete a NMS Labs requisition and submit with specimen room temp, refrigerated or frozen.
CPT Codes
80302
Revised
09-08-16
Initials
SL