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Laxative screen (urine)

Blood Sciences Test


Specimen

Random Urine

Test Usage

Urine samples will be screened for the presence of:

  • bisacodyl
  • phenolphthalein
  • anthroquinones
  • rhein (the active ingredient of senna, cascara and aloes)

Turnaround Time

28 days

Availability

Referred test

Can be added on to an existing request up to 4 days following sample receipt

Specimen Labelling Procedure
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