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Test Code 6AMU 6-Acetylmorphine, Urine

Important Note

6-AM has a half life of 10 to 40 minutes and is detectable 2 to 24 hours after intake. This test is intended for use in clinical monitoring or management of patients.

Additional Codes

LAB2582

Specimen Type

Urine

Preferred Collection Container

Urine Cup

Collection Volume

10 mL

Minimum Collection Volume

1 mL (This volume is not sufficent / does not include confirmation testing)

Rejection Criteria

Incomplete or improper labeling of the sample or urine in preservative

Specimen Storage and Stability

Store urine at 2-8oC for up to 7 days. 

Day(s) and Time(s) Performed

Monday - Sunday; 24 hours

Testing Volume

1 mL

Turn-around Time

Within 24 hours

Transport Temperature

2-8oC

Aliases

6AMU

Heroin Metabolite