Test Details
Methodology
Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)
Result Turnaround Time
5 - 10 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
Detect presence of pregabalin, an antiepileptic drug that is also used for neuropathic pain
Limitations
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined, by LabCorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine (random)
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Plastic urine container without preservative
Storage Instructions
Submission/transport (<3 days): Room temperature. For storage beyond three days, specimen should be refrigerated or 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 809623 | Pregabalin, Urine | 809625 | Pregabalin, Urine | ug/mL | 64125-8 | |
| Order Code | 809623 | |||||
| Order Code Name | Pregabalin, Urine | |||||
| Order Loinc | ||||||
| Result Code | 809625 | |||||
| Result Code Name | Pregabalin, Urine | |||||
| UofM | ug/mL | |||||
| Result LOINC | 64125-8 |