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Test Code
UROB
Test Name
Urobilinogen, Urine
CPT Codes
81003
Expected Turnaround Time
1 day
Clinical Utility

Can be used as a screen for hepatic and biliary disease and hemolytic anemia.

Specimen and Container Info

Specimen Type: Urine

Collection Containers:  Plastic Urine Container (Preservative Free)   

Minimum Acceptable Volume: 2.0 mL

Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.

Transport Instructions

Transport to the laboratory refrigerated.

Stability Requirements

Refrigerated

24 hours

Causes for Rejection

Grossly bloody or mucoid urines.

Methodology
Automated Analyzer
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