UCMPD – “Clin Urine Methylphenidate and Ritalinic Acid Confirm”

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New Test

Effective Date

07/28/2026

Included in Report

WML Test Directory Toxicology Update | July 2026

Updated Test

Clin Urine Methylphenidate and Ritalinic Acid Confirm

Test Details

Mnemonic

UCMPD

Ordering Code

3000459

CPT-4 Codes(s)

80360 (G0480)

Turnaround Time
2 - 6 days
Performed
Monday - Friday
Legacy Code
UCMPD
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Specimen Information

This test is for clinical use only and not intended for employment related testing. See Interface Map for complete list of analytes included.

  • Quantitative confirmation.
  • This test is designed to detect methylphenidate and ritalinic acid.
  • False negative results may occur if drugs are present below the tests limit of detection.
  • Potential ordering options

Pain confirmation panel that includes methylphenidate and metabolite, PN04C

Collect

Random urine

Specimen Preparation

10.0 mL urine in a screw capped plastic urine container.

Minimum Volume

3.0 mL

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Rejection Criteria

Urine catheter cup (with needle). Samples received at room temperature.

Stability

Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days

Methodology

Liquid Chromatography - Tandem Mass Spectrometry
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Reference Range

Decision Level
Methylphenidate: 50 ng/mL
Ritalinic Acid: 50 ng/mL
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Performing Laboratory

Warde Medical Laboratory
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New York DOH Approval Status

No
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Interface Map for UCMPD

Test Name Ordering Code Result Code Component Name LOINC Code AOE Prompt Units
Clin Urine Methylphenidate and Ritalinic Acid Confirm3000459
3000466Methylphenidate3809-1No
3000467Ritalinic AcidNo
3000954Creatinine2161-8No
3000956Adulterant58714-7No

The CPT codes provided are for general informational purposes only and are based on an interpretation of AMA guidance. It is the sole responsibility of the billing party to determine CPT codes. Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the paying party.

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