Test Code UREA-RU Urea Nitrogen, Urine Random
Synonyms/Keywords
Urine Nitrogen, Random
Specimen Requirements
| Fasting Required | Specimen Type | Preferred Container/Tube | Acceptable Container/Tube | Specimen Volume | Specimen Minimum Volume (allows for 1 repeat) |
Pediatric Minimum Volume (no repeat) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | Urine | Urine Jug Urine Container | 10 mL aliquot | 0.5 mL aliquot |
Collection/Processing Instructions
Aliquot from random urine without preservative.
Aliquots can also be taken from a well-mixed urine container without preservative.
Indicate the collection time and total volume.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reference Range Information
| Performing Location | Reference Range |
|---|---|
| Marshfield | Not available |
Marshfield Labs Performing Department
Marshfield Labs Chemistry
Performing Information
| Performing Location | Day(s) Test Performed | Analytical Time | Methodology/Instrumentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshfield | Monday through Sunday | 6-8 hours | Urease GLDH Rate Assay/Beckman AU |
CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84540 |
Outreach CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84540 |
Ordering Applications
| Ordering Application | Description |
|---|---|
| Cerner | Urea Nitrogen Urine |