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HelpTest Code SGO Specific Gravity, Body Fluid
Methodology
Refractometer
Specific gravity is the ratio of the weight of urine to the weight of an equal amount of water.
Performing Laboratory
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center-Urinalysis and Feces Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
1 mL of body fluid in a screw-capped, sterile container. Maintain sterility and forward promptly.
Note: Indicate specimen source.
Reference Values
No established reference values
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday