Test Code FUABF Uric Acid, Body Fluid
Method Name
Quantitative Spectrophotometry
Reporting Name
Uric Acid, Body FluidSpecimen Type
Body FluidSpecimen Required
Specimen Type: Body fluid
Sources: Drain, peritoneal/ascites, pleural or synovial fluid
Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge to remove cellular material.
2. Aliquot 1 mL body fluid into a plastic vial.
3. Send frozen.
4. Specimen source must be provided.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Body Fluid | Frozen (preferred) | 180 days |
| Refrigerated | 5 days | |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Reference Values
Refer to report
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
3 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purpose.CPT Code Information
84560
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FUABF | Uric Acid, Body Fluid | 53612-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z4608 | Uric Acid, Body Fluid | 53612-8 |
| Z4609 | Uric Acid Fluid Source | 31208-2 |