Test Directory
| Test Code | ||
| USPG | ||
| Test Name | ||
| Specific Gravity, Urine | ||
| CPT Codes | ||
| 81002 | ||
| Expected Turnaround Time | ||
| 1 day | ||
| Clinical Utility | ||
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Can be used to evaluate the concentrating ability of the kidneys and general hydration status. |
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| Specimen and Container Info | ||
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Specimen Type: Urine Collection Containers: Plastic Urine Container (Preservative Free)
Minimum Acceptable Volume: 1.2 mL Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing. |
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| Transport Instructions | ||
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Transport to the laboratory refrigerated. |
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| Stability Requirements | ||
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| Causes for Rejection | ||
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Grossly bloody or mucoid urines. |
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| Methodology | ||
| Refractometry | ||
| Performing Location | ||
| 17th Street Hospital, Carbon Hospital, Cedar Crest Hospital, Dickson City Hospital, Hazleton Hospital, Hecktown Oaks Hospital, Muhlenberg Hospital, Pocono Hospital, Redeemer Health, Roble Road Core Laboratory, Schuylkill Hospital | ||
| Testing Schedule | ||
| Routine, daily | ||
The American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published by HNL Lab Medicine are guidelines and are intended for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the exclusive responsibility of the billing entity. View the Terms.
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