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Epic Test Code LAB21018 OB Screen Urinalysis

Performing Location(s)

BMC,CRH,LFH,HRK,OCH,FTT,FOX

Specimen Type

Random Urine

Preferred Container

Random Urine Tube

Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing

12.0 mL Urine

Storage Requirements

Refrigerate up to 24 hours

Transportation Needs

Deliver specimen to the laboratory within 1 hour of collection. If not possible see “Storage Requirements”

Causes for Rejection

Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen

> 2 hours at room temperature

> 24 hours refrigerated

< 0.5 mL

Limitations

Test restricted to OB/GYN patients (inpatient and clinic)

Reference Values

Parameter Population Units Reference Range Critical Value
Specific Gravity All populations None 1.003-1.024 None
Protein All populations None Negative None
Glucose All Populations mg/dl Negative OB and Peds Patients >100
Ketones All populations mg/dl Negative OB and Peds Patients >40

 

Days of Analysis

All

Available STAT

Yes

Includes

Testing of random urine for glucose, ketones, protein, and specific gravitiy.

Methodology

Urine reagent strip

CPT Code

81003

Last Updated

30-Apr-19