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HelpTest Code LAB1970 Urine Bicarbonate
Additional Codes
HCO3 U
Clinical System Name
Urine Bicarbonate
Synonyms
Bicarbonate (HCO3) Urine
HCO3, Urine
Urine Bicarbonate
Urine HCO3
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Urine
Container(s): Syringe, Red, Dark Green/Sodium Heparin
Preferred Vol: See Note
Minimum Vol: 0.2 mL
Note: Specimen requirements: 1.0 - 10.0 mL random urine collected anaerobically in a syringe. Seal syringe and place on ice. Do not expose sample to air. Send to the lab immediately. Refer to Clinical Policy/Procedures for "Urine Specimen from an Indwelling Catheter" for specimen collection information. Urine collected in a cup may also be transfered to a Red Top Tube.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Lavender/EDTA
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: 2 - 4 C
Storage Location: Minimize exposure to air. Give promptly to Send Outs. If Send Outs is unavailable, follow the STAT Send Outs Procedure by batching the test in MayoACCESS. Send the sample STAT on an ice pack to the UWMC Room NW220 via DIRECT Delivery Express.
Off-site Collection: No off-site collections.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Room temp |
1 h |
|
| Refrigerated | ||
| Frozen |
|
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| Y | Daily | 5 h |
Performing Laboratory
UW Medical Center
Chemistry
1959 NE Pacific street, Room NW220
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone Number: (206) 520-4600
For STAT Inquiries, refer to Phone Number: (206) 744-3451
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Methodology
Method: Spectrophotometric
Analytical Volume: Not indicated.
Limitations:
Reference Range
<5 mEq/L
CPT Codes
82374
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Carbon Dioxide, Fluid |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | |
| Instructions: |
Send STAT to UWMC room NW220 on an ice pack via DIRECT Delivery Express. |