Test Code U Phos Urine, Phosphorus Level
Aliases
Random urine phosphorus
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Collection Method
Sterile urine collection
Minimum Volume
- Adults: 0.5 ml
- Pediatric: 0.3 ml
Container
Sterile Urine Cup
Preferred Specimen
Sterile Urine Cup
Acceptable Specimens
Urine
Reference or Target Ranges
No reference values for random urine given
Reportable Units
mg/dL
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
Hemolysis Threshold |
300 mg/dL |
Icterus Threshold |
40 mg/dL |
Lipemia Threshold |
1250 mg/dL |
Other |
QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
Ambient |
8 hours |
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) |
6 months |
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) |
Not listed |
Performance Information
Days and Time Performed |
24/7 |
Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
Stat Availabilty |
Yes |
Performing Bench |
UH Chemistry, WCH Chemistry |
Methodology/Method Description |
Roche Cobas – Molybdate UV |
CPT Codes
84105