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URIC ACID, URINE, 24 HOUR
Message- Submit the Total Volume in mLs.
Test Code
URCUN
CPT Codes
84560
Preferred Specimen
24 Hour Urine Container without preservative
(aliquot or transfer urine into a transfer tube and note the total volume)
(aliquot or transfer urine into a transfer tube and note the total volume)
Minimum Volume
5 mL
Instructions
- Mix the specimen well and measure the 24-Hour volume
- Note the total volume in mLs.
- Pour off 20 mL of urine into a separate plastic screw-cap container.
- Refrigerate if not tested immediately.
Transport Container
Plastic screw-cap container.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
- 2-8°C up to 5 days
Methodology
Uricase, colorimetric
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun
Report Available
Same day tested at the performing laboratory.
Reference Range
250 - 800 mg/24 Hours
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)
Additional Information
24 Hour Urine Collection
Last Updated: November 8, 2024