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HEMOGLOBIN, FREE, URINE

Geisinger Epic Procedure Code:  LAB2422    Geisinger Epic ID:  17567

SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Specimen type: 

Random urine


Preferred collection container: 
Specimen required: 

10 mL aliquot random urine; minimum 1.0 mL.



SPECIMEN PROCESSING
Transport temperature: 

Refrigerated (preferred) or frozen.


Specimen stability: 

Room temperature: 1 day. Refrigerated: 1 week. Frozen: 1 month.


Rejection criteria: 

Stability limits exceeded.



TEST DETAILS
Reference interval: 

<1.1 mg/dL


CPT code(s):  83069
Note: The billing party has sole responsibility for CPT coding.  Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the payer being billed.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.

Test includes: 

Urine hemoglobin level.


Methodology: 
Spectrophotometric (Colorimetric)
Synonyms: 

HGBUR, HGB Urine, Quest test code 16765; Hemoglobin Free, urine


Doctoral Director(s): 
Randin Nelson MD
Review Date:  11/21/2024

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