Uric Acid
Test Code: 001057
Performing Lab: LabCorp
CPT Code: 84550 001
Synonym
UA; Urate
Specimen Type
Serum (preferred) OR plasma
Specimen Container
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, OR green-top (lithium heparin) tube; do NOT use oxalate, EDTA, or citrate plasma.
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL (NOTE:This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing).
Specimen Handling
Separate serum or plasma from cells within 45 minutes of collection.
Unacceptable Conditions
Improper labeling
Temperature
Maintain specimen at room temperature.[1]
Methodology
Uricase
Stability
Room Temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
| Result Code | Result Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 001057 | Uric Acid | 3084-1 |
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