| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| 1 stone | 1 year, however, specimens are stored by sendout lab for 21 days only. | See report |
Specimen Requirements
Dry stone in sterile screw cap container.
Stones originating from sources not related to the kidney should be air-dried, then placed in a plastic tube or a urine collection cup. Do not use tape. Minute specimens may be placed in a gelatin capsule. Ship ambient. |
Method
Infrared spectrum analysis
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Schedule
*Sendout: Mon-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
3 days from set-up
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Instructions/Notes
Primary stone containers will be stored for 21 days only.
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Clinical Utility
Stone Analysis is used in determining the etiology of stones. The results are often useful in determining the cause and treatment.
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CPT Codes
82365
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