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Test Code LAB2330 Urea Nitrogen, Body Fluid

Performing Lab

Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Ordering Recommendations

Identifying the presence of urine as a cause for accumulation of fluid in a body compartment.

Assessing adequacy of peritoneal dialysis treatment protocols.

Collect

Fluid

Collection Device

Plain Red Top Tube, Clear Top No Additive

Specimen Volume

3 mL

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Must be transported to lab ASAP

Storage/Transport Temperature

Room Temp

Specimen Handling

Room Temp

Minimum Requirements

1 mL

Methodology

Enzymatic

Remarks

TURN AROUND TIME

STAT

1 Hour

Start Date

5/6/20

Last Review Date

8/13/26 ES