BARBITURATE SCREEN, SERUM

CPT Code(s):  80101

Test Order Mnemonic:  BARB S SC

Lab: Clinical Chemistry

Request Form:  Special Chemistry Form 2.

Collection: Routine venipuncture.

Storage Instructions:  Centrifuge the specimen to separate serum from red cells and refrigerate 2-8°C.

Causes for Rejection: Inappropriate sample labeling

Availability:  Samples are received 24 hrs per day at Sample Management, Room 5.136 McCullough.

Turnaround Time:  Routine: 24 hours; STAT: 1 hour

Special Instructions:   Indicate suspected drug(s) if possible.

Specimen:  Serum, plasma, whole blood

Volume: 7 mL whole blood

Minimum Volume:  1 mL serum

Container:  Red-topped tube

Reference Ranges:Negative

Test Methodology: EMIT

Reviewed  April 2007 by P. Harris, M