University of Iowa
Diagnostic Laboratories
(UIDL) Test Directory

319-384-7212 (local)
1-866-844-2522 (toll free)


Specific Gravity
Order Code: SGO
Order Form: Laboratory Requisition
Specimen:
Body Fluid
Collection Medium:
Miscellaneous container; contact laboratory
Minimum:
1.O ml
Testing
Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Analytic Time:
2 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)
Methodology:
Refractometry
Sample
Processing:
Specimen source is required on requisition for processing.
Submit in leakproof container.
Sample
Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport
Instructions:
Place specimen into zip-lock type bag, seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
CPT Code:
84315

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Updated: 04/09/2001