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Test Code LAB141 Uric Acid

Intended Use

Used in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous renal and metabolic disorders

Methodology

Colorimetric

Performing Laboratory

RCH-SPH-LDH-CUH-STH

Specimen Requirements

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated: 3 days

Frozen: -20C for 6 months

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

84550