Osmolality -Urine

Testing Laboratory

Department

Chemical Pathology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

UOS

Test Code (Numeric Code)

0222

Laboratory Handling

Registration

Fluid Deprivation - AUCKLAND {Heparin, Plain, Urine - Samples are tested at Greenlane and only get Registered at Auckland - Do not use any other code for osmo's other than code below .}

Sample Stability

-

Synonyms

Urine Osmolality

Turnaround Time

8 hours

Specimen Type

• Urine

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• BD Urine Tube (no additive)

Acceptable

• BD Urine Tube (no additive)

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• BD Urine Tube (no additive)

Acceptable

• BD Urine Tube (no additive)

Aliquot Instructions

Sample Type

• Urine

Additional Referral/Aliquot Information

Fluid Deprivation - Greenlane {Heparin, Urine - Number both the urine and serum with the same number - Place in the same bag together - Continue to use the worksheet - You still need to phone and fax the worksheet.}

Uncertainty of Measurement

Uncertainty of Measurement: 1%

Non-Funded Test Cost

$17.55 (Exclusive of GST)

Additional Costing Information

Please be aware that prices may change. If required, confirmation of the current price can be obtained from Elaine McGrath.

Contact Information