Propoxyphene Confirmation, UR PROP URNC
Synonyms |
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Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name |
Not Orderable |
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name |
Not Orderable |
EPIC Order Name |
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Clinical Info |
Propoxyphene is an analgesic structurally similar to methadone. Its metabolite, norpropoxyphene is also pharmacologically active. Toxic effects include nausea, vomiting, and progressive central nervous system depression. Peak serum level occurs two hours post oral dose, half-life is 8 to 24 hours. Propoxyphene can also be measured in urine as part of a drug of abuse test. |
Specimen Type |
Urine |
Container |
Urine Random |
Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Plastic urine container |
Transport Instructions |
Room Temperature (up to 3 days after refrigerate) |
Specimen Stability |
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Methodology |
Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS) |
Days Performed |
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Performing Laboratory |
Medtox Laboratories, Inc |
CPT |
80367 |
PDM |
5940110 |
Result InterpretationSee Report |
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Forms |
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