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GAMMA-HYDROXYBUTYRIC ACID SCREEN, URINE

Geisinger Epic Procedure Code:  LAB1296    Geisinger Epic ID:  53109

SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Specimen type: 

Urine


Preferred collection container: 
Specimen required: 

5 mL urine; minimum 2.4 mL


Special notes: 

Submit in preservative-free container.



SPECIMEN PROCESSING
Transport temperature: 

Refrigerated (cold packs).


Specimen stability: 

Room temperature: 7 days. Refrigerated: 7 days. Frozen: 21 days.



TEST DETAILS
CPT code(s):  80307
Note: The billing party has sole responsibility for CPT coding.  Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the payer being billed.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.

Test includes: 

If screen is positive, confirmatory testing will be added automatically at no additional charge.


Methodology: 
Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS)
Synonyms: 

Quest test code 37653, Gamma-Hydrox


Review Date:  12/11/2024

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