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Test Code LAB1415 Specific Gravity, Urine

Aliases

SG
SPG

Performing Section

Hematology/Coag

Special Collection Notes

Collect sample and send to laboratory as soon as possible.

Specimen Type

Urine:
Sterile Container

Processing Instructions

1. Place sample in refrigerator until courier arrives.
2. Send sample on wet ice via courier.

Temperature

Refrigerated

TAT

Routine:60 minutes
STAT: 30 minutes

Test Components

Specific Gravity

CPT

81005

Sample Stability

Urine specimens kept at room temperature must be tested within 2 hrs.
Refrigerate specimen if time until testing will exceed 2 hrs.
Refrigerated specimens must be less than 24 hrs old.

Reference Range

1.003-1.030