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Laxative Screen Urine (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:

Laxative Screen (urine)

Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

LAX

Specimen Types:

Urine random

Container Types:

Plain 70mL pot

Adults Volume or Mass:

10 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

10 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

The screen is only able to detect the following (when urine is collected within 24 hours of ingestion): Phenolphthalein, Bisacodyl, Senna, Cascara, Frangula, Aloes, Danthron.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature