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Test Code MEC Meconium Toxicology; Screen and Auto Confirmation

Important Note

Panel includes:  Amphetamines, Methamphetamines, THC, Cocaine, Opiates, Benzodiazepines, Methadone, Oxycodone, Buprenorphine, Tramadol

 

Additional Codes

Epic Test ID

LAB2330

Methodology

Sample is first screened by ELISA. All positives
are automatically reflexed to a

confirmation by LC/MS/MS

Performing Laboratory

Forensic Fluids

Specimen Requirements

2g, approximately 1 teaspoon meconium

 

NOTE:  Specimen will be rejected if
heavily contaminated with stool

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerated preferred, Ambient OK

Day(s) Test Set Up

1 Day analytical time from receipt at Forensic Fluids

Test Classification and CPT Coding

80304