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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB420
Epic Description: OSMOLALITY, URINE RANDOM
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Clean Container, No Preservative |
10.0 mL | 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Internal samples: Transport to lab within 1 hour of collection or refrigerate. Remote Locations: Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Home Health Agencies: Deliver to laboratory within 2 hours of collection.
Aliquot Requirements
Urine
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
1 day
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport to laboratory. Satellite labs and community hospitals – aliquot into Urinalysis aliquot tube. If unable to transport within 1 hour, refrigerate urine.
CPT Code Information
83935
Patient Preparation
Refer to Clean Catch Urine Collection instructions.