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This test detects the presence of 5F-ADB-M7, a metabolite of synthetic cannabinoids, in urine using confirmatory laboratory methods.
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Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 90746-9
- Short code
- 5F-ADB-M7
- Synonyms
- 5-F ADB-M7 Ur Cfm-mCnc
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- urine
- Container
- Clean, sterile urine container (specimen cup)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- confirm
- CPT
- 80307
- SNOMED
- 373873005
- Specimen volume
- 10-50 mL preferred
- Stability
- Room temperature: 7 days; Refrigerated (2-8°C): 30 days; Frozen (-20°C or below): 90 days
- Hemolysis max
- 0
- Lipemia max
- 0
- Icterus max
- 0
- TAT
- 24–72 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test?
This test looks for 5F-ADB-M7 in your urine. 5F-ADB-M7 is a byproduct (metabolite) that remains after your body processes synthetic cannabinoids. Synthetic cannabinoids are human-made chemicals designed to produce effects similar to marijuana, but they can be significantly more potent and unpredictable.
What are synthetic cannabinoids?
Synthetic cannabinoids (also called "synthetic marijuana," "K2," or "Spice") are lab-made chemicals that bind to the same brain receptors as natural cannabis. However, these synthetic versions can be 100 times more potent and may cause severe side effects including hallucinations, seizures, kidney damage, and even death. They are often sold as herbal products but contain dangerous chemicals that are not natural.
How is the test performed?
A urine sample is collected and sent to a laboratory for analysis. This test uses confirmatory methods, which are highly specific and accurate techniques like mass spectrometry. These methods can precisely identify and measure the presence of the 5F-ADB-M7 metabolite, reducing the chance of false positive results.
What do the results mean?
Results are typically reported as either positive (substance detected) or negative (substance not detected). A positive result indicates recent use of synthetic cannabinoids containing 5F-ADB-M7. The test does not indicate impairment levels or timing of use, only that the metabolite was present in the urine at the time of testing.
Reference range
Not Detected (cutoff: 0.5 ng/mL)N/A
No fasting required. Provide clean catch urine sample. Inform healthcare provider of any medications or supplements. Avoid excessive fluid intake before collection that may dilute specimen.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
◆Associated findings1
Frequently asked questions
How long does 5F-ADB-M7 stay in urine?
Can a positive result from this test be used legally against me?
Will natural marijuana use cause a positive result?
What should I do if my result is positive?
Sources
- 1
- 2LOINC Code ReferenceSource
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