Test Code URAU (random), or URURA (24 hr urine) Uric Acid, Urine
Additional Codes
LAB841 24 HOUR
LAB5010 RANDOM
Methodology
Used to monitor purine metabolism. Increased uric acid is commonly found in gout.
Performing Laboratory
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center-Chemistry
CPT: random or 24 hour 84560
Specimen Requirements
Submit an entire 24-hour urine collection in a plastic urine container. Add 10 mL of 50% NaOH at the start of collection.
Note: 1. Starting and ending times of collection are required.
2. Follow instructions in Urine Collection in Special Instructions.
Reference Values
150-990 mg/24 hours
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday