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HelpTest ID NBLD0359 Uric Acid, Body Fluid
Synonym
Joint Fluid
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile or Non-sterile Container - Synovial Fluid (preferred)
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Synovial Fluid
Indicate source on specimen and order.
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Uricase – Spectrophotometry
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
84560