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
