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HelpTest Code TRAM Tramadol Quantitation, Urine
Useful For
Detecting exposure to tramadol to monitor compliance in taking prescribed medications or to detect abuse.
Synonyms/Keywords
Ultracet, Ultram
Specimen Requirements
| Fasting Required | Specimen Type | Preferred Container/Tube | Acceptable Container/Tube | Specimen Volume | Specimen Minimum Volume (allows for 1 repeat) |
Pediatric Minimum Volume (no repeat) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | Urine | Sage urine collection container | Sterile plastic container with no preservatives | 2 mL | 1 mL | 0.5 mL |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Ambient | 72 hours |
| Refrigerate (Preferred) | 30 days |
Test Information
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Marshfield Labs. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.
This test will confirm quantitatively for Tramadol, a dual action analgesics. It is a mu-opioid receptor agonist and a weak inhibitor of norepinephrine and serotonin reuptake. Tramadol is used for managing moderate to severe chronic pain and is habit forming.
Interpretations
Reference Range Information
| Performing Location | Reference Range |
|---|---|
| Marshfield | Negative. Positives are reported with a quantitative LCMS/MS result. |
Marshfield Labs Performing Department
Marshfield Labs Special Chemistry
Performing Information
| Performing Location | Day(s) Test Performed | Analytical Time | Methodology/Instrumentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshfield | Monday through Friday | 2-4 days | Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LCMS/MS) using Multiple Reaction Monitoring |
CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80373 | 1 | Tramadol Confirmation | ||
| G0480 | 1 | Tramadol Confirmation | For Marshfield Clinic and Medicare/Medicaid |
Outreach CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80373 | 1 | Tramadol Confirmation | ||
| G0480 | 1 | Tramadol Confirmation | For Medicare/Medicaid |
Ordering Applications
| Ordering Application | Description |
|---|---|
| Cerner | Tramadol Quantitation, Urine |
| COM | Tramadol, Urine |