Test Information:
Measurements obtained by this test are used in the diagnosis of a certain renal and metabolic diseases. The determination of serum urea nitrogen is a widely used test for the evaluation of kidney function.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: 15 to 25°C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: – 15 to – 25°C
Stability: 1 year
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours