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URINALYSIS

Test Code
UA


CPT Codes
81003

Includes
Macroscopic Exam: specific gravity, pH, protein, ketones, glucose, bilirubin, blood, nitrites, leukocytes

Reflex Microscopic Exam: WBC, RBC, casts, crystals, epithelial cells, bacteria, yeast; will only be performed if any of the following results are obtained:
  • Glucose => 500 mg/dL
  • Protein = Positive
  • Blood = Positive
  • Nitrite = Positive
  • Leukocyte Esterase = Positive


Preferred Specimen
Yellow round bottom tube


Patient Preparation
Instruct patient on collection of clean catch urine.

Minimum Volume
4 mL (8 mL optimal)


Other Acceptable Specimens
Sterile Container


Transport Container
URINE Container


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 1 day


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Contaminated with feces or tissue, insufficient volume, excessive leakage in transport, or non-preserved sample at room temperature. 

Cannont accept sample collected in Gray top (Boric Acid) for Urinalysis.


Methodology
Wavelength reflectance and refractive index; laminated flow cytometery

Setup Schedule
DAILY, as received


Report Available
STAT: <60 minutes
Routine: <4 hours


Reference Range
See patient report


Clinical Significance
The urinalysis is a set of screening tests that may be used to screen for and/or help diagnose conditions such as a urinary tract infections, kidney disorders, liver problems, diabetes or other metabolic conditions.


Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hospital 
Holy Cross Hospital



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.