Urinalysis Diagnostic with Culture if indicated (U/A CUL)
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| Synonyms:
| None listed |
| Specimen: | Urine: random 10 mL clean catch or catherized specimen in a sterile urine container. |
| Volume: | 10 mL |
| Minimum Volume: | 3 mL |
| Collection: | Maintin at room temperature for 2 hours or refrigerate at 2-8°C for 2-8 hours. Specimens should be innoculated within 24 hours of collection. |
| Rejection Criteria: | Obvious contamination; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | See report |
| Methodology: | |
| Test Use: | Screen urine to determine if culture is necessary. Culture will be added as a reflexive test. |
| Additional Information: | Positive leukocyte esterase, positive nitrite, WBC greater than 5, or any bacteria will indicate a culture. |
| Testing Includes: | Appearance, color, glucose, bilirubin, ketone, specific gravity, blood, pH, protein, urobilinogen, nitrite, leukocyte esterase, microscopic examination, and culture if indicated. |
| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |