Urinalysis, Complete

Quest Diagnostics

Sample type: Urine

Requires fasting: No

Sample collection required at Quest Diagnostics location

Details

Dipstick urinalysis is important in assessing the chemical constituents in the urine and the relationship to various disease states. Microscopic examination helps to detect the presence of cells and other formed elements.

Biomarker summary

Specific Gravity
Ketones
pH, Urine
Yeast, Urine
Occult Blood
Bilirubin
Protein
Leukocyte Esterase
Squamous Epithelial Cells
Transitional Epithelial Cells
Renal Epithelial Cells
Bacteria
Calcium Oxalate Crystals
Triple Phosphate Crystals
Uric Acid Crystals
Amorphous Sediment
Crystals
Hyaline Casts
Granular Casts
Casts
Color
Appearance
Glucose (Urine)
WBC (Urine)
RBC (Urine)
Nitrite

Additional details

Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected

Details

Urinalysis, Complete - This test is crucial for checking the chemical makeup of urine and its connection to different health conditions. It includes a dipstick test to quickly identify various substances in the urine and a microscopic exam to spot cells and other elements that shouldn't be there.

What patients is this test right for?

This test is often recommended if you're experiencing symptoms that may indicate a urinary tract infection, kidney disease, or diabetes, among other conditions.

What type of sample is required for this test?

10 mL of urine is needed, collected in a special yellow-top tube with a blue fill line that contains a preservative.

Test Resources

For more information on what your urinalysis results might mean, you might find these resources helpful. However, always discuss your results with your healthcare provider for accurate interpretation and advice.

Average sample processing time

2–5 business days

Reference range

Color Yellow
Appearance Clear
Specific Gravity 1.001-1.035
pH 5.0-8.0
Glucose Negative
Bilirubin Negative
Ketones Negative
Occult Blood Negative
Protein Negative
Nitrite Negative
Leukocyte Esterase Negative
WBC ≤5 /HPF
RBC ≤2 /HPF
Squamous Epithelial Cells ≤5 /HPF
Transitional Epithelial ≤5 /HPF
Renal Epithelial Cells ≤3 /HPF
Bacteria None seen
Calcium Oxalate Crystals None or Few
Triple Phosphate Crystals None or Few
Uric Acid Crystals None or Few
Amorphous Sediment None or Few
Crystals None seen
Hyaline Casts None seen
Granular Casts None seen
Casts None seen
Yeast None seen

Health categories

Patient instructions

Collection Options with Fullscript
Sample collection requires a test kit that can be picked up at a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.

Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)

Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
Collection Instructions:

Bring a valid ID.
Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.

Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
More Info: Quest Diagnostics collection guide

In-office phlebotomy instructions

Specimen

Preferred Specimen(s): 10 mL urine - Urinalysis transport tube (yellow-top, blue fill line, preservative tube)
Alternative: NA
Minimum Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: NA

Storage and shipping instructions