Additional Information:
UFHPL Epic order code: LAB141
CPT Code(s):
84550
Collection Procedure:
Serum gel tubes should be centrifuged within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Requirements:
Type: Peripheral blood
Container/Tube:
- Serum, gel
- Plasma, gel
Sample Volume: 0.5 mL
Stability (collection to time of analysis/testing):
- Refrigerated: 3 – 5 days
- Frozen: 6 months
Unacceptable Conditions: Moderate-to-gross hemolysis
Methodology:
Uricase, colorimetric
Reported:
Within 24 hours
Reference Values:
- Female: 2.3 – 6.6 mg/dL
- Male: 4.4 – 7.6 mg/dL