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Specimen Preparation
Use only fresh urine specimens, as defined in CLSI (Clinical and
Laboratory Standards Institute) GP16-A3 Urinalysis and Collection,
Transportation, and Preservation of Urine Specimen, Good Laboratory
Practices and the Laboratory’s Procedure Manuals.
Collect urine in clean and/or sterile containers. If a specimen is not
processed within an hour after collection, cap the container tightly and
store at 2-8
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C. Bring the specimen to room temperature before testing.
Mix specimen well before testing.
Do NOT add disinfectant or detergent to the specimen.
Keep specimens out of direct sunlight.
Do NOT centrifuge urine specimens.