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Additional Codes
LAB841
Performing Laboratory
MBMC Main Laboratory
Methodology
Enzymatic colorimetric
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Urine, 24-hour
Container/Tube: Plastic urine container
Specimen Volume: Entire 24-hour collection
Collection Instructions: Sodium hydroxide
preservative. Keep specimen at ambient temperature.
Additional Information:
1. Starting and ending times of collection are required.
2. Follow instructions in Urine Collection in Special Instructions.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour after receipt in laboratory
Routine: within 4 hours
Reference Values
>18 yrs: 200-750 mg/24 hours
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Test Classification:This test has been cleared
or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used
per manufacturer’s instructions.
CPT Code:
81050-Volume measurement for timed collection
84560-Uric acid