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BILIRUBIN (QUAL), urine (Part of UA) CPT 4 Code: N/A Order Test Mnemonic: UA CHEM Lab: Clinical Chemistry Request Form: Routine Chemistry Form 1 Collection: Any random fresh urine specimen is appropriate for testing. Storage Instructions: If not brought to the lab promptly, refrigerate specimen at 2-8°C. Availability: Samples are received 24 hrs per day at Sample Managment, Room 5.136 McCullough. Turnaround Time: Routine: 4 hours; STAT: 1 hour Special Instructions: Bilirubin is rapidly decomposed once excreted, particularly in the presence of light or heat. Urine preservatives do not prevent this decomposition. Therefore, if a fresh specimen cannot be brought to the lab promptly, refrigerate the specimen immediately at 2-8°C and protect from light. Specimen: Urine Volume: 10 mL Minimum Volume: 1 mL Container: Disposable, 4.5 oz specimen container Reference Ranges: Negative Revised April 2007 by P. Harris |
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