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HelpTest Code LAB4264 PH, URINE
Specimen Type
Preferred Specimen: Yellow Urine Tube or Transparent Red Top Tube
Alternative Specimen: Leakproof Plastic Urine Container
Specimen Volume
4 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Turnaround Time
STAT: 1 hour
Routine: 4 hours
Test Schedule
Daily
Sample Stability
Room Temp: 2 hours
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Method
pH meter or dipstick
Reference Ranges
pH, Urine: 5.0-7.5 pH unit
CPT Codes
83986
Test Components
pH Urine, pH Units.
Specimen Processing
Specimen container should be tightly capped with minimal free air space. Avoid cell contamination if possible.
Test Limitations
Ideally specimen should be analyzed without delay.