Test Code UHSD2 Hemosiderin, Random, Urine
Additional Codes
Torrance Memorial Laboratories Test Code: 96844089
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Plastic urine container
Specimen Volume: 13 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Useful For
Detecting hemosiderinuria, secondary to excess hemolysis, as in incompatible blood transfusions, severe acute hemolytic anemia, or hemochromatosis for external patients.
Method Name
Rous Method
Reporting Name
Hemosiderin, Random, USpecimen Type
UrineSpecimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
Frozen | 7 days | |
Ambient | 2 hours |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 dayPerforming Laboratory

Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
83070
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
UHSD2 | Hemosiderin, Random, U | 4644-1 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
HSDU2 | Hemosiderin, Random, U | 4644-1 |