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Lab Test Dictionary

Specific Gravity


Synonyms

Specific cavity, Body fluid

Specimen Type

Body Fluid

Performing Lab

RCHSD Chemistry


Epic ID

LAB199

Lab Test Days

As received

Standard TAT

3 hrs

Stat TAT

1 hr


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1.0 ml body fluid

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)

Collection Instructions

Note type of fluid on req & specimen label


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Test Volume Required

1.0 ml body fluid

Minimum Test Volume

0.6 ml body fluid

Processing Instructions

Have Med Tech evaluate specimen Centriguge & aliquot supernatant Note type of fluid on specimen label


Revised

02-07-95