Uric Acid, 24 HR or Random Urine
Methodology
Ortho Vitros 7600, Uricase Method
Performing Laboratory
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Urine, 24 hour or random
Container/Tube: 24-hour urine container or random urine container
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Collection Instructions:
1. No preservative.
2. See 24 Hour Urine Collection Patient Instructions in Special Instructions for 24-hour urine collections.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated on ice
Reference Values
7.5-49.50 mg/dL (random)
250-750 mg/24 hr (24 hour urine)
Day(s) Test Set Up
All
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84560