Methodology
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01313
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Friday; P.M. and Sunday; A.M.
Standard TAT
5-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1.5-2 mL Random Urine
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Protect specimen from light.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Received room temp; Samples not protected from light; Samples with a pH<4
Test Volume Required
2 mL Random Urine
Minimum Test Volume
1.5 mL Random Urine
Processing Instructions
Protect specimen from light.
CPT Codes
84120
Revised
04-30-17
Initials
SL