Test Code MEC Meconium Toxicology; Screen and Auto Confirmation
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