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Test Code UREU Urea, urine

Additional Codes

Epic Ordering Code LAB3040145
NBS code LBC05034
Service code 31148

Specimen Requirements

Submit the following:

Container:
Random Urine Container

Processing Requirements

Collect mid-stream urine in preservative-free urine container. Unacidified Urine.

Specimen type: Urine

Volume: 10mL

Specimen Stability

Specimen Type Urine
Ambient 2 days
Refrigerate 7 days
Frozen 1 month

Specimen Condition

Haemolysis Not applicable
Icterus Not applicable
Lipaemia Not applicable
Others Not applicable

Methodology

Enzymatic Assay

Days and Times Performed

24 hrs, TAT 1 day

Reference Interval

Reference interval not available for this test.

Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital

Clinical Chemistry, 67724346

Useful For

Assessment of renal function.

Update

Last updated 28/07/2026

LOINC Code Information

14938-5

Alias

BUN