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Opiates, Urine  (OPIATES UR)

Synonyms:  None listed
Specimen:  Urine; 3 mL freshly voided random urine in a urine container. For medical use only.
                        Volume:  3 mL
Minimum Volume:  1 mL
Collection:  If not analyzed immediately, refrigerate at 2-8°C for less than 24 hours; freeze at -20°C for longer storage.
Rejection Criteria:  Improper labeling.
Reference Range:  None detected
Methodology: 
Test Use:  Evaluate drug abuse; assess toxicity. Opiates in general are a group of drugs (commonly referred to as narcotics) which are used medically to relieve pain, but which also have a high potential for abuse. Morphine and codeine are found in the resin colle
Additional Information:  No Additional Information Listed
Testing Includes: 
Testing Facility:  AnMed Laboratory