Test Code OSMOU OSMOLALITY, URINE
Additional Codes
KRMC-OSMOU.1
Methodology
Freezing point Depression
Useful for assessing the concentrating and diluting ability of the kidney.
Performing Laboratory
Logan Health Medical Center-Chemistry
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Plastic urine container
Specimen Volume: 5 mL from a random urine
collection
Collection Instructions: No preservative.
Reference Values
50-1400 mOsm/kg
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83935
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate