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Urinalysis Without Microscopic
Test CodeCPT Codes
81003
Includes
Preferred Specimen
Fresh urine specimen collected in a clean, dry, covered container
Minimum Volume
Instructions
Collect fresh urine in a sterile urine container. If testing is delayed greater than 2 hours after collection, the specimen should be refrigerated for preservation.
Transport Container
Sterile Specimen Container
Transport Temperature
Specimen Stability
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Methodology
Clinitek Atlas
Setup Schedule
Daily on Receipt
Report Available
Reference Range
Glucose Negative
Bilirubin Negative
Protein Negative
pH 5.0-9.0
Occult Blood Negative
Ketone Negative
Urobilinogen 0.2-1.0 EU/dL
Nitrite Negative
Leukocytes Negative
Specific Gravity 1.003-1.030
Color Yellow, Straw, Dk. yellow, or Amber
Clarity Clear
Clinical Significance
The results of a urinalysis are useful in the detection and evaluation of hepatic, renal, metabolic and genitourinary disorders as well as hemolytic and infectious diseases. Urinalysis can provide the physician with important information regarding the status of a patient's health, and can detect metabolic disease and renal disorders. Test results are used in at-risk patient groups to assist diagnosis in the following areas: kidney function, urinary tract infections, carbohydrate metabolism (e.g., diabetes mellitus)