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URINALYSIS WITH REFLEX TO MICROSCOPIC IF INDICATED
MessageIf urine culture is needed, submit a separate specimen with the appropriate LAB239 order Ambulatory Transport Temperature to Inova Central Lab: Refrigerated Specimen Stability: 3 days
Test Code
LAB2433CE UA
Alias/See Also
UA
CPT Codes
81003
Includes
Dipstick urinalysis measures chemical constituents of urine. Microscopic examination helps to detect the presence of cells, bacteria, yeast and other formed elements.
Instructions
Processing Instructions: Specimens must be tested within two hours of collection or placed in a refrigerator at 2°to 8°C for up to 24 hours (without preservatives) or 72 hours if collected in a BD tube. Minimum Testing Volume: 2.0 mL Urine Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 3 days (preserved urine); 2 hours (non-preserved urine)Refrigerated : 3 days (preserved urine); 24 hours (non-preserved urine)Frozen: Unacceptable Causes for Rejection: Mislabeled and unlabeled specimens, delay in being sent to lab or prolonged exposure at room temperature contamination with feces, and when QNS (quantity not sufficient) status.
Report Available
STAT 4-Hours|Timed 24-Hours|Routine 24-Hours
Clinical Significance
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Last Updated: May 18, 2026