Test Code USEDX Urine Sediment
Performing Location
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Min. Test Volume | Collection Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | 10mL | Sterile, screw-capped collection container | Refrigerate immediately after voiding. |
Reference Ranges & Critical Values
| Assay | Gender | Age Range | Normal Range | Critical Values | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USEDX | ALL | 0 Minutes – 150 Years | |||
| Hyaline Casts | Negative, 0-2 | /LPF | |||
| Epithelial Cells | None seen, occasional, few, moderate | ||||
| Red Blood Cells | 0-5 | /HPF | |||
| White Blood Cells | 0-5 | /HPF | |||
| Bacteria | None Seen, occasional |
Specimen Stability
24 hours at 2-8°C
Day(s) Performed
Monday - Sunday
Collection Instructions
LOINC
24365-9
CPT
81015