Test Code DSS Drug Screen, Prescription/Over the Counter, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum RedOrdering Guidance
This test is not performed using chain of custody. For chain-of-custody testing, order DSSX / Drug Screen, Prescription/Over the Counter, Chain of Custody, Serum.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST tubes are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2.75 mL
Collection Instructions: Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days | |
| Ambient | 3 hours |
Reference Values
Drugs detected are presumptive. Additional testing may be required to confirm the presence of any drugs detected.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
CPT Code Information
80307
Report Available
3 daysSpecimen Retention Time
2 weeksReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |