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CPOE Test Name
Uric Acid
Specimen Type
Plasma
Acceptable specimen type: joint fluid
The reference interval(s) and other method performance specifications have not been established for these body fluids. The test result must be integrated into the clinical context for interpretation.
Specimen Requirements
5 mL light green top Lithium Heparin tube 2 mL blood
Body fluid: sterile cup or tube
Causes for Rejection
Wrong container; improper labeling; insufficient quantity
Reference Values
Male 3.7 – 8.0mg/dL; Female 2.6 – 6.0 mg/dL
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory, AD 3301, 721-2120
Turn Around Time
Urgent/Emergent 1 hour; Routine 2 – 4 hours
CPT / HCPCS Code
84550