Urine in sterile container
Container with boric acid preservative is preferred.
Test Directory
4354 Urinalysis, with Microscopic - reflex to Culture
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
48hrs 2-8° C
See report
Specimen Requirements
20ml random urine in sterile urine container
Method
Chemical Dipstick, Microscopy, Culture if indicated
Schedule
Mon-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
Instructions/Notes
State collection method- void, clean catch, catheterized. Midstream clean catch specimen is preferred. Void the first portion of the urine stream into the toilet. Collect the second (midstream) portion into a clean or sterile screw capped leak-proof container.
Clinical Utility
To screen for metabolic and kidney disorders and urinary tract infections; to determine which specific bacteria are present, and to isolate and grow the bacteria for subsequent antibiotic susceptibility testing.
CPT Codes
81001. Additional CPT codes may be charged for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing as warranted.
