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HelpTest Code METMB METHADONE AND METHADONE METABOLITE SCREEN WITH GC-MS CONFIRMATION, URINE
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| SoftID | METMB |
| EPIC | LAB10902 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Clinical Significance
If the methadone screen is ≥ 300 ng/mL or the methadone metabolite screen is ≥ 1000 ng/mL, a methadone confirmation/quantitation by GC-MS is performed at an additional charge.
This test is intended for clinical monitoring and management of patients.
Useful For
The screening assay detects methadone and methadone metabolite (EDDP).
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) (If indicated)
Reference Values
EIA: Not Detected
Methadone EIA cutoff concentration: 300 ng/Ml
Methadone metabolite EIA cutoff concentration: 1000 ng/mL
GC-MS:
Positives are reported with a quantitative GC-MS result (cutoff concentration: < 100 ng/mL)
Please see test code METHQ for additional methadone confirmatory testing information.
For help with interpretation please call: 877-323-0045
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 Day
If Negative
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Preferred Container
Urine Cup
Preferred Volume
Urine, Random: 25 mL (Urine Cup)
Minimum Volume
Urine, Random: 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, Random
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Add On Capable
Not Permitted
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 80307 | Drug Test, Presumptive Screening, By Instrument Chemistry (i.e Immunoassay, Chromatography, and Mass Spectrometry) | |
| 80358 | Methadone (Definitive), Quantitative | if Indicated |
| G0480 | Drug Test (Definitive), 1-7 Classes | Government Payers, if Applicable |
| G0481 | Drug Test (Definitive), 8-14 Classes | Government Payers, if Applicable |
| G0482 | Drug Test (Definitive), 15-21 Classes | Government Payers, if Applicable |
| G0483 | Drug Test (Definitive), 22+ Classes | Government Payers, if Applicable |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Maximum Laboratory Time
4 Days
Profile Information
|
Individual Test Description |
|---|
| METHADONE METABOLITE SCREEN, URINE |
| METHADONE SCREEN, URINE |
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required