Test Code URCA Uric Acid, Plasma or Serum

Methodology

Uricase

Munson Healthcare Laboratories

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Plasma

Container/Tube: Green-top (heparin) gel tube

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL of heparinized plasma
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Serum
Container/Tube: Gold-top serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL of serum
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Males

0-16 years: 2.0-5.5 mg/dL

>16 years: 3.5-7.2 mg/dL

Females

0-16 years: 2.0-5.5 mg/dL

>16 years old: 2.6-6.0 mg/dL

Monday through Sunday

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