GOLD STANDARD TECHNOLOGYLC MS/MS URINALYSIS (Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry)
LC/MS/MS has emerged as a key technology known as “The Gold Standard.” This Gold Standard is a solution to address the shortcomings of existing assays in the clinical laboratory.
When ordered, we perform testing using the latest and most scientifically precise tool available in the industry.
We have the capabilities to doing both Immunoassay and LC MS/MS Testing. Our services are adaptable to your needs.
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Topic |
CLIA/RAPID RESPONSE TEST |
IMMUNOASSAY Also know as: Analyzer, Screen |
LC/MS/MS Also known as:- Confirmation Test |
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No False Positive/False Negatives |
X |
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Withstands legal challenges, Irrefutable selectivity |
X |
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Qualitative Results (Yes or No answer only, subject to false positive/false negative) |
X |
X |
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Quantitative Results (Exact amount in sample found, Definitive Answer, Confirms all qualitative testing results) |
X |
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High Sensitivity enabling accurate quantitation of low level compounds |
X |
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Response/Report Time for Tests |
Immediate |
Next Day |
Next Day |
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Number of Drugs Tested |
~10-12 Drugs Tested |
38 Drugs Tested |
55+ Drugs Tested |