Urea Nitrogen Serous Fluid
Order Name
SRS UREA N
Test Number: 2015800
Revision Date 06/11/2003
Test Number: 2015800
Revision Date 06/11/2003
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
|
Urea Nitrogen Serous Fluid
|
Urease/GLDH | 3093-2 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.5) | Serous Fluid | Sterile Screwtop Container | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Venous blood is often drawn simultaneously. Note fluid type on requisition and container. Specimen stability: Ambient 8 hours. Refrigerated 7 days. | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 1-2 days |
| Clinical Use | Useful in the diagnosis and treatment of certain renal diseases and metabolic disorders. |
| CPT Code(s) | 84520 |
| Lab Section | Chemistry |