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o-Cresol, Occupational Exposure, Urine

CPT 84600
Synonyms
  • 2-Methylphenol
  • Toluene Metabolite

Test Details

Methodology

Gas chromatography/flame ionization detection (GC/FID)

Result Turnaround Time

7 - 12 days

Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.

Use

Evaluate exposure to o-cresol or toluene

Specimen Requirements

Specimen

Urine (random)

Volume

10 mL

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Container

Plastic urine container without preservative

Collection Instructions

Tubes should be filled to prevent loss of volatile compound into headspace.

Storage Instructions

Refrigerate; specimen may also be frozen

Causes for Rejection

Urine from preservative tube

LOINC® Map

Order Code Order Code Name Order Loinc Result Code Result Code Name UofM Result LOINC
790690 o-Cresol, Urine 790592 o-Cresol mg/l 13026-0
Order Code790690
Order Code Nameo-Cresol, Urine
Order Loinc
Result Code790592
Result Code Nameo-Cresol
UofMmg/l
Result LOINC13026-0