Bicarbonate (HCO3), Urine
Test Mnemonic
UBICRB
CPT Codes
- 82374 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
1964-6
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 mL | Urine, random | Clean container | Frozen, Critical | Frozen, Critical | Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. Immediately upon collection, mix and transfer 4 mL urine to a standard transport tube. Do not expose to air. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | 1 month (unstable if thawed and refrozen) |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
2 - 3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzymatic |
Reference Range
Special Info
Critical Frozen. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. Specimen Praparation: Immediately upon collection, mix and transfer 4 mL urine to a standard tansport tube. Do not expose to air.
Clinical Info
Reference interval has not been defined for Bicarbonate, Urine.