Urea

Test information: Measurement of serum urea has been used for many years as an indicator of kidney function. However, creatinine measurement is now generally accepted as a superior indicator of kidney function. However, urea measurement, in conjunction creatinine measurement, may still provide useful clinical information in particular circumstances.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Light Green Top Microtainer BD;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

5 days

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

RR for Male and Female Less than 1mth - 0.8 - 5.5 mmol/L 1mth to less than 1yr - 1.0 - 5.5 mmol/L 1yr to less than 16yrs - 2.5 - 6.5 mmol/L RR Female - 16yrs & above - 2.5 - 7.8 mmol/L RR Male - 16yrs & above - 2.5 - 7.8 mmol/L

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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