Ordering Guidance

X-ray dyes and contrast media will affect test results.

-If a kidney X-ray with dye or computerized tomography (CT) scan with contrast has been performed, patient should wait a minimum of 1 day before starting collection.

-If a cholangiography (bile duct X-ray) has performed, patient should wait 7 days before starting collection.

-Urine must be collected before tablets have been taken for gallbladder X-ray, otherwise patient should wait 7 days before starting collection.

Specimen Required

Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)

Collection Container/Tube: Plastic urine container

Submission Container/Tube: Plastic, 5-mL tube or a clean, plastic aliquot container with no metal cap or glued insert

Specimen Volume: 4 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect a random urine specimen.

2. No preservative.