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HelpTest Code BUPSC BUPRENORPHINE SCREEN ONLY, URINE
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| SoftID | BUPSC |
| EPIC | LAB10919 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Screens for the presence of buprenorphine in urine by CEDIA at a cutoff concentration of 5 ng/mL.
Positive test results are presumptive and are not confirmed.
Method Name
Cloned Enzyme Donor Immunoassay (CEDIA)
Reference Values
Not Detected
The presence of buprenorphine at 5 ng/mL or norbuprenorphine at 5 ng/mL is a strong indicator that the patient has used buprenorphine.
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Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Urine
Preferred Container
Urine Cup
Preferred Volume
Urine: 25 mL (Urine Cup)
Minimum Volume
Urine: 10 mL (Urine Cup)
Specimen Collection and Handling
Collect random urine and send refrigerated in a clean, non-sterile urine container.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Urine
Frozen: 30 Days
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Room Temp: 2 Days
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
This test, when ordered on Medicare patients, is subject to the National Coverage Determination (NCD) policies. Please verify that the diagnosis code (ICD code) you have chosen demonstrates medical necessity for the test as documented in the physician’s patient record. The CMS web site is available to assist you with this verification. A properly executed Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) must be submitted with the specimen if medical necessity is not demonstrated by the ICD code chosen.
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 80307 | Drug Test, Presumptive Screening, By Instrument Chemistry (i.e Immunoassay, Chromatography, and Mass Spectrometry) |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Clinical Significance
INTENDED POSITIVES:
Buprenorphine (Suboxone, Subutex)
This test is intended for clinical monitoring and management of patients. It is not intended for non-medical use such as employment or forensic testing.
Specific gravity, pH, creatinine and oxidants will be performed and reported at no additional charge to identify potential adulteration of the urine specimen.
Maximum Laboratory Time
4 Days
LOINC Code Information
3414-0