Pathology

Test & Collection Guide

Laxatives

Ordering information:

The laxative screen is able to detect stimulant laxatives such as bisocodyl, phenolphthalein, danthron and the naturally occuring anthraquinone glycosides.

Alternate names:

Urinary Laxatives

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

UMISC

Specimen types:

Urine

Container types:

Sterile Jar

Collection Instructions:

Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab

Frequency:

As required

Result Turnaround Time:

4-7 days

Reference Interval:

Present or Absent

Laboratory Use Only

Laboratory Notes:

Please insert to Royal Melbourne packing list.

External Laboratory:

Royal Melbourne Hospital

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