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