Urea Nitrogen
| Label Mnemonic: | URUN |
| Epic code: | LAB868 |
| Order form: | Laboratory Requisition |
| Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
| Billing: | Billing Policies |
| CPT code: | 84540 |
Specimen(s):
Urine, Random
Collection Medium:
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| Clear top tube |
Alternate Collection Media:
Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection
containers.
Minimum:
3.0 mL urine, random sample
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around Time:
1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)
Methodology:
Enzymatic
Instructions:
Random sample, no preservative.
Sample Processing:
Submit in leak-proof container.
Sample Storage:
Room temperature or refrigerate if stored overnight, weekends or
holidays.
Transport Instructions:
Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal
bag.
Place completed requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Ship at room temperature or refrigerate.
Place completed requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Ship at room temperature or refrigerate.
See Additional Information:
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives