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Methadone Blood Test

The methadone blood test is used to detect and monitor for the presence of methadone. It is used as a way to confirm compliance with methadone treatment.


Test Code: 007781

CPT Code: 80299

Also Known As: Dolophine®,Methadose®

Methodology: Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No special preparation required.

Test Results: 5-6 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.


Test Code: 3258

CPT Code: 80358

Also Known As: Dolophine®,Methadose®

Methodology: Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No special preparation required.

Test Results: 5-6 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

The methadone blood test is used for monitoring purposes. Methadone is prescribed in amounts that are reasonable in comparison to withdrawal symptoms. Doses are lowered until the opiate dependency is eliminated.

Methadone is a narcotic, painkilling drug, which has a comparable potency to morphine. It has been used for many years in the treatment of opioid addiction. Methadone is commonly prescribed as an opioid substitute in methadone maintenance programs to prevent the onset of withdrawals.  The proper use of this drug is appropriate for some individuals in recovery. 

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