| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry |
| Test Name: |
AMPHETAMINE SCREEN - (U)
Test Code:
AMP
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| Clinical Information: |
Test Indications: This test is used for the detection of amphetamines in urine.
Recommendations: A preliminary positive result with this assay indicates the presence of amphetamine or methamphetamine in urine. It does not measure the level of intoxication. "Results are for medical diagnostic purposes only. Test results are presumptive. No chain of custody in collection and transportation of sample for testing. Not suitable for employment or legal purposes or other statutory regulations.” For Immunoassay reactivity List, see hyperlink |
| Collection Devices: |
(Similar lab approved leak-proof container acceptable).
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| Specimen Required: |
Urine: 3.0 mL
Samples need to be frozen if delivery to lab exceeds 3 days. Specimen received 30 days post-collection will not be tested. |
| Referral: |
Urine: 3.0 mL
Send on next courier run. On weekends send to SBH Lab or Westman Lab so sample arrives and can be tested by Sunday.
See JA110-50-01B Random Urine Processing Flow Chart |
| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: |
Positive ≥ 1000 ng/mL
There are number of medications such as Ephedrine and Selegiline (L-deprenyl) which could cause false positive results. For more information please consult with Biochemist on Duty at (204) 787-2071. |
| Availability: |
Daily
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