Test Code Uric Uric Acid
Specimen Type
Blood
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Container
Mint Green-Lithium Heparin
Plasma/Refrigerate
Special Handling
Avoid Hemolysis
STAT Turnaround Time
45 Minutes
Routine Turnaround Time
4 Hours
Methodology
Uricase
Reference Range
Birth - 12 Years: 2.0-5.5 mg/dL
Male >12 Years: 3.5-7.2 mg/dL
Female: >12 Years: 2.6-6.0 mg/dL
CPT Code
84550