Orderable Name UHSD2 Hemosiderin, Random, Urine
Additional Codes
CNE Order Code: U Hemosiderin
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Plastic urine container
Specimen Volume: 13 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Useful For
Detecting hemosiderinuria, secondary to excess hemolysis, as in incompatible blood transfusions, severe acute hemolytic anemia, or hemochromatosis for external patients.
Method Name
Rous Method
Specimen Type
UrineSpecimen Minimum Volume
12 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
Frozen | 7 days | ||
Ambient | 2 hours |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 dayCPT Code Information
83070