URIC
Uric Acid, Serum or Plasma
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2447
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Serum gel tube or green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Indicate serum or plasma on the request form.
2. Label the specimen appropriately (serum or plasma).
Store and Transport:
Room Temperature: < 12 hours
Refrigerated: > 12 hours
Refrigerated: > 12 hours
CPT Codes:
84550 - Uric Acid (EAP 30015720)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Reference Ranges:
Male:
3.7 - 9.2
mg/dL
Female:
3.1 - 7.8
mg/dL