Urine pH

Test Code
LAB6227


Alias/See Also
UPH


Instructions
&quot;Clean-catch, midstream urine collection. Clean_catch_urine_.pdf<br />
Refer to Collection and Handling for directions. Pediatrics: In infants and young children, urine specimens can be obtained by urine bag, bladder catheterization, or bladder aspiration.&quot;


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Insufficient quantity; specimen at room temperature &gt;1 hour; fecal contamination


Methodology
UA dipstick, automated technology

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Within 24 hours received


Reference Range
5.0-8.0 pH




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