Test ID NBLD0194 UA Reflex to Culture
AKA
UA, Urinalysis
Specimen Type/Requirements
Random Urine
**Please indicate collection method and/or collection site.
Specimen Volume
Preferred Volume | > 12 mL Random Urine |
Minimum Volume | 2 mL Random Urine |
Stability/Transport
Room Temperature | 2 Hours | |
Refrigerated | 8 Hours | Preferred for Transport |
Frozen | n/a |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday-Sunday
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories-Bemidji
Methodology
Dipstick/Microscopy
Microbiological Culture, if Indicated
CPT
UA 81001 (Culture 87086)
Additional Information/Reflex Testing
This test includes a microscopic exam of urine sediment.
A urine culture (Test MICR0013) will
be performed at an additional charge when one or more
of the following criteria are met:
Positive Leukocyte Esterase with WBC value ≥6 cells/hpf.
Positive Leukocyte Esterase with Positive Nitrite.
Positive Nitrite with WBC value ≥6 cells/hpf.