Clinical background:
Detection of buprenorphine for monitoring of drug compliance and potential misuse.
Specimen container paediatric:
White-top universal container, random collection
Specimen container adult:
White-top universal container, random collection
Minimum volume paediatric:
20 mL urine
Minimum volume adult:
20 mL urine
Sample stability:
Samples are stable at 4°C to be analysed within 5 days of collection. For prolonged storage, freezing of samples is recommended.
Transport requirements:
Ambient temperature.
Interpretation:
Provided on report from referral laboratory.
Other Info:
Referral Laboratory: Toxicology section, Clinical Biochemistry, Wansbeck Hospital, Woodhorn Lane, Ashington NE63 9JJ