URINE, ROUTINE ANALYSIS WITH REFLEX TO MICROSCOPIC

Synonyms: Urinalysis, Reflex to Microscopic; UA
Computer Code: (UMC)
Specimen Collection: 10 mL fresh random urine. Send immediately. In-house specimens are rejected if specimen is received >2 hrs post collection. Collection time must be documented on specimen & requisition.
Minimum Volume: 5 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Refrigerate immediately. Transport within 8 hours of collection.
Reference Values: pH: 4.5-7.8 Bilirubin: Negative Glucose: Negative Ketones: Negative Proteins: Negative Hemoglobin: Negative Crystals: Physician Interpretation Specific Gravity: 1.002-1.029 Urobilinogen: 0.0-1.0 E.U./DL Leukocyte Esterase: Negative Bacteria: None WBC: 0-5/hpf RBC: 0-2/hpf (male); 0-2/hpf (female) Casts: None Nitrite: Negative If any chemical component other than ketones or bilirubin is positive, a microscopic examination will automatically be performed.
Lab Code: Hematology
Requisition: URINE
Test Frequency: Daily
Routine TAT: 4 hrs
Stat TAT: 60 min
CPT Code(s): 81003
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII