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pH, Urine (Strip-method)
Components
| Name | Method | Department | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH, Urine Strip |
Urine dipstick |
Core Lab, Urinalysis |
Specimen Requirements
Urine - Random
| Container Type | Container Size | Specimen Volume |
|---|---|---|
PreferredSterile container |
N/A | 10 mL |
Stability
Room temperature - 2 hour(s)
Refrigerated - 24 hour(s)
Specimen Preparation
- If delay in transport greater than 1 hour, refrigerate
Reasons for Rejection
- Use of urine preservative
- Frozen specimen
- Collected in diaper
CPT Code
- 81003