Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Drugs Covered
Methylphenidate
Methylphenidate
10 ng/mL
Ritalinic acid
50 ng/mL
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
The absence of expected drug(s) and/or drug metabolite(s) may indicate non-compliance, inappropriate timing of specimen collection relative to drug administration, poor drug absorption, diluted/adulterated urine, or limitations of testing. The concentration value must be greater than or equal to the cutoff to be reported as positive. Interpretive questions should be directed to the laboratory.
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
* Component test codes cannot be used to order tests. The information provided here is not sufficient for interface builds; for a complete test mix, please click the sidebar link to access the Interface Map.
AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
Attenade
Concerta
Daytrana
Dexmethylphenidate
Focalin (Methylphenidate and Metabolite - Confirmation/Quantitation - Urine)
Metadate
Methylin
Methylphenidate
Ritalin
Ritalinic Acid
Urine ritalin concentration
Methylphenidate and Metabolite, Urine, Quantitative
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