- Test Name
- Urinalysis
- Aliases
- Urine test; Chemical Urinalysis; Dip stick urinalysis; Complete urinalysis; Routine urinalysis
- Provincial Mnemonic
- URINAP
- LOINC Test Code
- 24356-8
- Description and Primary Use
- First line screening test for mainly urinary tract infections and kidney disease but can also identify liver disease, diabetes and other metabolic conditions. Involves tests for pH, specific gravity, leukocyte esterase, hemoglobin, nitrite, glucose, ketones, urobilinogen, protein, and bilirubin.
- Reorder interval
- 24h
- TAT
- ≤ 24h
- Test Cost
- Not determined
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
All samples must be promptly transported to the laboratory after collection: within 2 hours if maintained at room temperature without preservative; or within 22 hours if preservatived by refrigeration or chemical preservative.
- Criteria for Rejection
>22 hours old if preserved; or > 2 hours old if not preserved; Inadequate amount
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 1, 2, 3, 4 laboratory sites.
- Last Updated
- 10-Dec-18