Medtox
Synonyms
Peyote; Mushroom
Expected Turnaround Time
5 days
Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.
Related Information
In-house validated method
Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine (random)
Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Plastic urine container or transport tube without preservative; protect from light
Collection
Wrap specimen in foil to protect from light.
Storage Instructions
Submission/transport (<3 days): Room Temperature. For storage beyond three days, specimen should be refrigerated or frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Urine in preservative tube
Test Details
Use
Detect use of mescaline and/or psilocin, illicit psychedelic drugs
Methodology
Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)
Reference Interval
NEGATIVE