Collection Instructions

Specimen Collection: Urine, Random

Container(s):  Sterile Urine Cup or Pale Yellow Top Urine Tube-no preservative

Uscreen and iSCREEN POC (Point of Care) urine drug testing cups are acceptable but not preferred

Preferred Volume to Collect: 10.0 mL

Minimum Volume to Collect: 1.0 mL

Collection Instructions:

• Include Chain of Custody form when appropriate. 
• pH and Specific Gravity (SG) are also included within some Drug of Abuse Panels

• Keep container upright at all times and check that lid is fastened evenly and securely.

• Detailed Instructions (link): Patient Collection Instructions
• Detailed Instructions (link): Urine Collection Guide for Staff

Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)

Transport Temperature: Refrigerated