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HelpTest Code U Uric Urine, Uric Acid
Aliases
Random urine uric acid
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Collection Method
Sterile urine collection
Minimum Volume
- Adults: 0.4 ml
- Pediatric: 0.25 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 | 1000 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 40 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 1500 mg/dL |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | Run ASAP |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | Do not refrigerate |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | N/A |
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 |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas – Enzymatic colorimetric test |
CPT Codes
84560