Test Code URIC ACID ELM Uric Acid, Serum
Important Note
Uric Acid, Serum
Test Number: | 00253 |
Dept: | Chemistry |
SPECIMEN COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS | |
Collection Container: |
SST |
Specimen: | Serum |
Transport Temperature: | Room Temperature |
Specimen Volume: | Preferred Volume: 1 mL; Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL |
Also Acceptable: | Red Top Tube |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
Performed: | Monday - Sunday |
Reported: | Same Day |
Methodology: | Uricase peroxidase, Fossati, 545 nm |
CPT: | 84550 |
LOINC: | 3084-1 |
Stability: | Room Temperature: 14 Days; Refrigerated: 21 Days; Frozen: 28 Days |
Reference Range: |
Males: 4.4-7.6 mg/dL Females: 2.3-6.6 mg/dL |