Back to Test DirectoryB518 : Urinalysis w/Reflex to Culture
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
UA,URINE,REFLEX,
Methodology:
Colorimetry
ORDERING:
Test Code:
B518-2
Turnaround Time:
1 DAY
Preferred Specimen:
12 Urine Urinalysis Tube - Yellow, 10 mL Urine Tube - Grey Top
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine Urinalysis Tube - Yellow | 1 | Refrigerate | 3 DAYS |
| Urine Tube - Grey Top | 1 | 3 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
UA: Collect urine in sterile cup, transfer 10 ml into tube, label with patient's name, keep refrigerated
UGY: Perform a clean catch process, collect urine in sterile container, transfer 5-10 ml into the special grey tube, label with patient's name
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: In order to obtain reflex both specimens must be received Boricult cup or UGY and a UA tube,
If only 1 specimen is received, it needs to be a USC in order for the tests to be performed.
If only 1 specimen is received, it needs to be a USC in order for the tests to be performed.
Specimen Comment:
Nitrites=Positive
Leukocyte Esterase=Moderate or Large
WBC=11-20 or 21-40 or 21-50 or 41-60 or 51-100 or 61-100 or >100
Leukocyte Esterase=Moderate or Large
WBC=11-20 or 21-40 or 21-50 or 41-60 or 51-100 or 61-100 or >100
Alternative Specimen:
Urine tube without preservative, Urine Cup, Urine Container-Boricult, Urine Cup, Urisponge
Billing:
CPT Codes:
81001 x 1
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CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
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