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Alternative Names:

UE
Urea & Electrolytes
U&E
U+E
Electrolytes
RFT
renal function test

Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

UEC

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Serum
Plasma

Container Types:

SST
Lithium Heparin (with Gel)
Serum - no gel
Lithium Heparin (without Gel)

Adults Volume or Mass:

6 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

2 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Collect at ambient temperature
Retrospective testing within 7 days

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

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