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Ritalinic Acid

Test Summary

Methylphenidate is a mild CNS stimulant used to control symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children.

Aliases

Methylphenidate

Specimen Collection

Special Instructions

N/A

Preferred Specimen

20 mL Random Urine

Minimum Volume

5 mL

Instructions

N/A

Patient Preparation

N/A

Storage

Random urine collected in a sterile, leak-proof urine container

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 3 days
Refrigerated: 8 days
Frozen: N/A

Limitations

N/A

Other Acceptable Specimens

N/A

Unacceptable Specimens

Preserved sample

Order Code

RITALN

EPIC (Premier) Code

LAB6634

Includes

Methylphenidate Metabolite

CPT Code

80360

Billing Code

700021

CPT Statement

Methodology

Liquid Chromatography- Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)

FDA Status

Lab Developed Test: This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by CompuNet Clinical Labs. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.

Physician Attestation of Informed Consent

N/A

Testing Laboratory

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine OH, 45439

Department

Chemistry

Reference Range

See Report

Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time

Monday - Friday; Report available: 3 days