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 |