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Uric Acid, Serum/Plasma

Test ID: URIC

Test

Method

Colorimetric Assay

Report Includes

Uric Acid

Specimens

Serum; Plasma (Heparin)

Test Location

St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8

Test Version

30-Sep-2019

Specimen

Specimens

Serum; Plasma (Heparin)

Sample Volume

1 mL

Specimen Comment

Gel-separator tubes are acceptable.

Collection & Handling

Collection Instructions

Avoid hemolysis.

Handling Information

Separate within 2 hours of collection.

Stability

Ambient 24 hours
Refrigerated 1 week
Frozen 6 months

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis Visible

Test Version

30-Sep-2019

Performance / Interpretation

Method

Colorimetric Assay

Turnaround Time

2 days

Results

Name Units Reference Range Conversion Factor
Uric Acid µmol/L
  • M: 260 - 450
  • F: 190 - 360

Test Location

St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8

Test Version

30-Sep-2019

Interface / Setup

Test Version

30-Sep-2019