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UA DIP RFX MICROSCOPIC

Message
Urine dipstick test will be performed. If reflex criteria are met, a microscopic exam will be completed


Test Code
UA


Preferred Specimen
urine


Transport Container
Sterile container OR UA preservative tube red/yellow


Transport Temperature
Deliver to lab within 1 hour of collection or refrgierate.


Specimen Stability
24 HR unpreserved urine (refrigerated storage only)
72 HR UA preservative tube (room temperature or refrigerated storage)
48 HR UA culture tube (room temperature or refrigerated storage)


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Urine submitted in non-sterile container
Urine submitted in pickle jar, reselable plastic container, etc.
Urine unpreserved at room temperature greater than 1 hour




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.