Category : DRUG USER SCREENING | Code : K9102
Amphetamine
Function
Amphetamine is a type of drug that stimulates the central nervous system. This test detects the presence of amphetamine, methamphetamine, and their derivatives, such as phentermine, methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), and methylenedioxyethylamphetamine (MDEA) in the urine.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday - Saturday | 1 day | Urine pots | Fresh urine, 10 mL | 2 days 2-8⁰C |
Condition
- Urine is collected in a urine pot - Fill in the informed consent
Method
Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC MS/MS)
Score Reference
Negative Cutoff concentrations by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry: - Amphetamine: <25 ng/mL - Methamphetamine: <25 ng/mL - Phentermine: <25 ng/mL - Methylenedioxyamphetamine: <25 ng/mL - Methylenedioxymethamphetamine: <25 ng/mL - Pseudoephedrine/ephedrine: <25 ng/mL reported as negative