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Laboratory Code
LAB3040130
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Urine
Container/Tube: Sterile screw-capped container. No preservative.
Volume: 10.0 mL of random urine.
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Urine |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Submit to lab as soon as possible |
| Refrigerate | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Methodology
Microscopy
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
Negative
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Microbiology, 67724343
Useful For
Differentiation of red cell morphology in the urine, for assessment of renal disease
Service Code
23220
LOINC Code Information
Not applicable
Update
Last updated 20/3/2025