U171

Test CODE NAME

U171

Eosinophil, Urine

Methodology: Hansel stain with microscopic exam of concentrated urine specimen prep
Performed: Mon-Sat
Reported: N/A
Specimen Required:
Collect: Random Urine in a Sterile Container OR or BD urine transport tube (red/yellow) - 2-10 ml;
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Stability: Refrigerate urine container for up to 48 hours. Refrigerate BD urine transport tube (red/yellow) for up to 72 hours. 
Causes for Rejection: Urine container (no additive) not refrigerated; urine container (no additive) refrigerated longer than 48 hours; BD tubes older than 72 hours 
Note: This test is approved for NY . 
Performing Lab 
LabCorp Laboratory Corporation of America
CPT Code(s): 87205