Bicarbonate (HCO(sub:3)), Urine
| CPT Code(s): | 82374 |
| Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Random urine in sealed container. Specimen Preparation:Immediately upon collection, mix and transfer 4 mL urine to an RDL Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.3 mL) Do not expose to air. Storage/Transport Temperature:CRITICAL FROZEN. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. Stability:Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 1 month (unstable if thawed and refrozen) |
| New York DOH Approval Status: | Specimens from New York clients will be sent out to a New York DOH approved laboratory, if possible. |
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