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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB437
Epic Description: PREGNANCY TEST, URINE RAPID
Synonym
Urine HCG
UPT
Urine Pregnancy Test
Collection Limitations
Optimum specimen is a first morning urine collection.
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Clean Container, No Preservative |
10.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Internal samples: Transport to CSR within 1 hour of collection or refrigerate. First morning specimen is optimum.
Remote Locations: Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Home Health Agencies: Transport to laboratory within 1.5 hours of collection.
Aliquot Requirements
Urine
Optimum 10.0 mL
Minimum 1.0 mL
Performing Lab
Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
2 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Aliquot urine into plastic vial. Centrifuge specimen. Deliver to laboratory.
Satellite labs – aliquot into Urinalysis aliquot tube.
CPT Code Information
81025
Patient Preparation
Refer to Clean Catch Urine Collections instructions..