pH, Urine

Test Code
IUPHS


Preferred Specimen
Urine, random


Transport Container
Clean container


Transport Temperature
Specimen stable for 2 hours at room temp., 12 hours refrigerated.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Urinary pH may be clinically useful in the early detection of pyelonephritis, tubular necrosis, and pre-disposition for urinary calculi formation.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.