Order Code LAB3151 Urinalysis, Dipstick and Microscopy
Additional Codes
Test Name in EPIC |
EPIC Test Code |
Mnemonic |
RV URINALYSIS, COMPLETE |
LAB3151 |
UACMP |
PRIOR TO 8/1/21: UAM
Useful For
Urinalysis measurements are used to aid in the diagnosis of metabolic disorders, kidney function anomalies, urinary tract infections, and liver function.
Specimen Requirements
- First morning clean-catch urine is optimal. Fresh, random specimen and catheter urine specimen also acceptable.
- Optimal volume is 12mL. Minimum volume is 1mL. Note: Urine culture orders and reflexes will require an additional 1mL of urine.
- Collect in sterile collection cup or UA Preservative Transport Tube (see Specimen Stability below)
- Avoid contamination of specimen with soap, feces, oil, or powder.
- Label collection container with patient full name, medical record number, date of birth. Include date and time of collection and source of specimen.
Specimen Stability
Specimen Type | Temperature | Stability |
Urine (No Preservative) | Ambient | 2 hours |
Urine (No Preservative) | Refrigerated | 24 hours |
Urine (UA Preservative Transport Tube) | Ambient | 72 hours |
Rejection Criteria
Any specimen that does not adhere to specimen requirements listed above will be rejected.
Reference Values
Specific Gravity: 1.005-1.030
pH: 5.0-8.0
Glucose: negative (reported as negative, trace, 1+, 2+, or 3+)
Bilirubin: negative (reported as negative, 1+, 2+, or 3+)
Ketones: negative (reported as negative, trace, 1+, 2+, or 3+)
Albumin: negative
Urobilinogen: normal (reported as normal, 1, 4, 8, or 12 mg/dL)
Nitrate: negative (reported as positive or negative)
Blood: negative (reported as negative, trace, 1+, 2+, 3+, or 4+)
Leukocytes: negative (reported as negative, trace, 1+, or 2+)
Microscopic results:
WBC: 0-5/HPF
RBC: 0-2/HPF
Bacteria: negative (reported as negative, occasional, moderate, many, or packed)
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Ridgeview Medical Center Laboratory
Two Twelve Medical Center Laboratory
Ridgeview Sibley Medical Center Laboratory
Ridgeview Le Sueur Medical Clinic Laboratory
Ridgeview Clinics
Test Classification and CPT Coding
81001