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Test Code
MICU
Test Name
Urine Microscopic Only
CPT Codes
81015
Included Tests
  • Red Blood Cell (RBC)/ High Power Field (HPF)
  • White Blood Cell (WBC)/ High Power Field (HPF)
  • Other Microscopic Elements As Observed
Expected Turnaround Time
1 day
Clinical Utility

Can be used to evaluate abnormalities in the urine, renal disease, UTI, urinary tract neoplasms, and systemic diseases.
Specimen and Container Info

Specimen Type: Urine

Collection Containers:  Plastic Urine Container (Preservative Free)   

Alternate Collection Container: Marble top Plastic Urine Container (with Preservative)

  

Minimum Acceptable Volume:  5.0 mL

Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.
Collection Instructions
  • The first morning specimen is recommended.
  • If the specimen is likely to be contaminated by vaginal discharge or hemorrhage, a midstream clean catch specimen is desirable.
Transport Instructions

Transport to the laboratory refrigerated.
Stability Requirements

Room Temperature

2 Hrs - Plastic Urine Container (Preservative Free)

72 Hrs - Marble top Plastic Urine Container (with Preservative)

Refrigerated

24 hours - Plastic Urine Container (Preservative Free)

72 Hrs - Marble top Plastic Urine Container (with Preservative)
Methodology
Automated Analyzer With Microscopic
Reference Intervals

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Critical Values

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Performing Location
17th Street Hospital, Carbon Hospital, Cedar Crest Hospital, Cedar Crest Red Lab, Dickson City Hospital, Hazleton Hospital, Hecktown Oaks Hospital, Muhlenberg Hospital, Pocono Hospital, Redeemer Health, Roble Road Core Laboratory, Schuylkill Hospital
Testing Schedule
Routine, daily
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