Urinalysis w/ Microscopic (UA2)
Department: Urinalysis / Body Fluids
Test Synonym(s): LAB348, UA2
Test Components: Color, Appearance, Specific Gravity, pH, Glucose, Protein, Ketone, Bilirubin, Urobilinogen, Leukocyte Esterase, Blood, Nitrite; Microscopic
CPT Codes: 81003
Methodology: Dipstick, refractometer and visual exam
Reference Range: Specific gravity: 1.015-1.025, dipstick: pH: 5.0-7.0, URO: 0.1-1.0 EU/dL or <2.0 mg/dL. All other urine Chemistries: Negative, Microscopic: WBC: 0-10 /HPF, RBC: 0-4 /HPF. All other microscopic: None / HPF.
Tube Type: Urine Yellow
Specimen: Urine
Pediatric Requirements: 2 mL
Volume: 12 mL
Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Temperature: Room temperature
Stability: Room temperature: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 4 hours
Reasons for Rejection: QNS, specimen age, Color interference
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
TAT: Stat: 1 hour
Special Instructions: Send to lab immediately. Test must be performed within 2 hours of collection. Refrigerate if testing delayed >2 hours. Specify whether or not it is a catheterized specimen.
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