Osmolality (Urine)

Department

Chemical Pathology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

UOS

Test Code (Numeric Code)

0222

Laboratory Handling

Sample Stability

7 days

Synonyms

Urine Osmolality

Turnaround Time

1 day

Available routine hours only

Specimen Type

  • Urine

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Specimen Container
Acceptable
  • 24hr Urine Container
  • BD Urine Tube (no additive)
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

3

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Specimen Container
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

1

Last updated: 11/06/2026