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Urinalysis specimen details
I was given a urinalysis for my methadone intake. What does 260 ng/ml mean when I take six #15 mg tablets per day for pain relief by my Physician?
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Thank you for your response. I was incorrect in my specimen detail. The numbers that were given came from blood. Does that have the same kind of numbering as the urine specimen? It is much appreciated in the helpfulness of your answer. Thank you, in advance, for your assistance in my time of need. Thanks, Randy
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If a GC-MS method was used (gas chromatography/ mass spectrometry) to detect the quantity of methadone metabolite in urine then any levels above 300ng/mL indicate methadone abuse. The results also depend on the dose and timing of the test. So, if you have been prescribed six 15mg tab per day by your doctor, it can be taken as a normal result. However, if you are not prescribed this dose by your doctor, then the result will be considered suspicious of overdosing. Please discuss with your doctor. Take care!
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