Urinalysis w/ Microscopic if Indicated (UA1)
Department: Urinalysis / Body Fluids
Test Synonym(s): LAB809, UA1, Urinalysis with Microscopic if Indicated
Test Components: Color, Appearance, Specific Gravity, pH, Glucose, Protein, Ketone, Bilirubin, Urobilinogen, Leukocyte Esterase, Blood, Nitrite; Microscopic if inicated
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 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 the lab immediately. Test must be performed within 2 hours of collection. Microscopic is performed when indicated by positive dipstick results for protein, blood, leuk est or nitrite. Specify whether or not a catheterized specimen.
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