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HelpTest Code 14 Urinalysis (UA), Without Microscopic
Additional Codes
| COPIA Test Code | EPIC Test Codes | |
|---|---|---|
| UA | LAB0263533 | URINALYSIS, DIPSTICK ONLY |
Reporting Title
UA
Methodology
Automated Chemical Reaction
Performing Laboratory
Rice Memorial Hospital
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type:
Preferred: Urine, random, midstream
Acceptable: Urine, random, voided
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 12 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 10 mL
Additional Information: Volumes <10 mL will be processed and a qualifying statement included on the report.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (preferred) ≤24 hours/Ambient ≤2 hours
Reference Values
Color: Yellow, Dk Yellow
Clarity: Clear
pH: 5.0-8.5
Specific gravity: 1.005-1.035
Bio-chemical tests: Negative—Semi-quantitative results will be reported.
Additional confirmatory testing includes:
Visual comment if nitrate is positive
Critical Values:
Positive ketone on newborn
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
81003