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HelpCatalog ID UA Urinalysis (Macroscopic Only)
CPOE Test Name
Urinalysis, UA
Synonyms
Urine dipstick, urine chemistry
Specimen Type
Urine
Specimen Requirements
Red/Yellow Speckled Top Urine Tube (Ethylparaben, sodium propionate and chlorhexidine preservative); 8 mL urine
Storage and Transport
Specimen should be examined within 2 hours of collection or promptly refrigerated at 2 – 8° C.
Special Instructions
The first morning specimen is most concentrated and most likely to reveal bacteria, casts and other formed elements, but is least likely to contain glucose or protein. Random specimens are usually considered adequate for most analysis. If bacterial evaluation is also desired, a midstream clean catch should be obtained.
Causes for Rejection
Improper labeling; leaking container; improper storage or transport; insufficient quantity
Reference Range
Specific gravity 1.002 – 1.006 infants, 1.001 – 1.030 adults; pH: 5-8; Protein, Glucose, Ketones, Bilirubin, Leukocytes, Occult blood and Nitrites negative; urobilinogen: 0.2 – 1.0 Ehrlich units/dL.
Critical Values
≥ 80 mg/dL ketones
Turn Around Time
Urgent/Emergent 1 hour; Routine 4 hours
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory BI 2023 721-2120; Pediatric Laboratory BP-3230 721-7536; Family Medicine Laboratory BP-1148 721-4596
CPT/HCPCS Code
81003
CPT / HCPCS Code
81003