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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB239 |
|---|---|
| NBS code | LBC00998 |
| Service code | 23025 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit one of the following:
| Preferred: |
| Red cap boric acid container |
Specimen Type: Urine
Container/Tube: Sterile screw-capped container with boric acid
For paediatric sample, collect container from NUH Microbiology Laboratory.
Volume: Adult: 20.0 mL (boric acid container)
Paeds container: 5.0 - 10.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL (send in sterile bottle without boric acid)
Collection Instructions:
- Indicate method of urine collection: Mid-stream, clean catch, catheterized, nephrostomy, others.
- Clean the genital area with clean water first. Do NOT use detergents or disinfectants.
MSU: Collect the midstream part of the urine into a sterile container with boric acid. Fill to the recommended volume.
Catheterized urine: Collect from the collection port (not from the bag) using aseptic technique and should only be submitted if patient has symptoms of urinary tract infection.
Specimen Stability and Condition
| Specimen Type | Urine |
|---|---|
| Transport Condition | Submit sample to lab immediately (ambient) |
| Refrigerate | Acceptable up to 1 day |
| Unacceptable Condition |
Frozen samples
Urine catheter, Foley catheter or catheter tubes are not suitable for urine culture. |
| Special instructions | Do not share sample with other requests |
Methodology
Conventional Culture
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, TAT 1 - 3 days
Reference Interval
No bacterial growth
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Microbiology, 67724343
Useful For
Diagnosis of Urinary tract infection.
Update
Last updated 31/7/2026
LOINC Code Information
630-4