Urinalysis
| Label Mnemonic: | UAS |
| Epic code: | LAB1160 |
| Order form: | Laboratory Requisition |
| Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
| Billing: | Billing Policies |
| CPT code: | 81003 |
Specimen(s):
Urine
Collection Medium:
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| Yellow top round bottom tube (no additive) |
Minimum:
3 mL urine
Rejection Criteria:
Sample will be unacceptable for future add-on requests for Drugs of
Abuse or pregnancy screen testing.
Testing
Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around
Time:
1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)
Reference Range:
Specific gravity: 1.001-1.029; pH: 5.0-9.0, Dipstick negative for
protein, blood, bilirubin, urobilinogen, ketones, glucose, leukocyte
esterase and nitrite.
Methodology:
Reflectance Spectrophotometry
Instructions:
Sample will be unacceptable for future add-on requests for Drugs of
Abuse or pregnancy screen testing. Specimens must be refrigerated if transport is delayed.
Sample
Processing:
Submit in leak-proof container.
Sample
Storage:
Refrigerate, 2-8°C.
Transport
Instructions:
Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
CPT Code:
81003
See Additional Information:
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives