Hemoglobin, Urine
Test Mnemonic
UHGB
CPT Codes
- 81003 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
5794-3
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mL | Urine, random | Clean container | Refrigerated | ||
| 7 mL | Urine, random | BD Urine Preservative tube (Yellow) | Ambient |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mL | Clean container | ||||
| 7 mL | BD Urine Preservative tube (Yellow) |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Clean container- 2 hours / BD Urine Preservative tube- 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | Clean container - 24 hours / BD Urine Preservative tube - 72 hours |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
8 hours
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Chemical |
Clinical Info
Detection of hemoglobin and myoglobin.