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Manual Urinalysis Microscopic Exam Document Number: Pro 68-0.1

Author: Penny Stevens Effective (or Post) Date: 9 June 2008
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U. URINALYSIS

U.02. MANUAL URINALYSIS MICROSCOPIC EXAM

U.2.1. PRINCIPLE:

1. Routine Urinalysis consists of both physical and chemical analyses to assist

physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of renal and urinary tract diseases and in the
detection of metabolic or systemic disease processes not directly related to the
kidney.

2. The microscopic examination of the centrifuged urine sediment includes the study of
formed elements, such as WBC’s, RBC’s, casts and crystals.

3. The macroscopic examination of urine includes physical appearance, such as color,

character and clarity. See U.1 Manual Urinalysis Dipstick SOP for macroscopic
testing and reporting procedures.

4. A qualitative chemical analysis of the urine is performed by using a multi-parameter

test strip that measure pH, protein, glucose, ketones, bilirubin, urobilinogen, nitrite,
blood, leukocyte esterase, and specific gravity. The test strips are dipped in the urine
and read visually according to the color comparison chart printed on the side of the
container at prescribed time intervals. See U.1 Manual Urinalysis Dipstick SOP for
qualitative testing and reporting procedures.

U.2.2. PURPOSE - The microscopic examination of urine sediment.

U.2.3. SPECIMENS

1. Use fresh well-mixed urine collected by clean-catch method into a sterile container.

2. The specimen should be unpreserved and uncentrifuged.

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3. All urine specimens should reach the laboratory within one (1) hour after collection
and be properly labeled.
4. Urine specimens should be tested within two (2) hours after collection. If urine
cannot be tested within two (2) hours, it may be stored for up to four (4) hours at 2
to 8C. (The specimen must be brought to room temperature before testing.)

5. The following urine samples are not satisfactory for testing:

5.1. Specimens received over two hours after collection.

5.2. Mislabeled samples.

5.3. Improperly collected samples. For example, urine samples with preservatives,
specimens collected in non-sterile containers, or specimens collected in
containers with soap or detergent residues will not be accepted.

5.4. QNS (Quantity Not Sufficient) - The recommended minimum volume is 12

mL’s. The required minimum volume for microscopic examination is 0.50 mL.
In the event that less than <0.50 mL is received, perform testing on
uncentrifuged urine and comment as noted in section U.2.7.

5.5. In the event that an unacceptable sample is received, another sample must be
requested. Document all action taken in the LIS.

U.2.4. EQUIPMENT & REAGENTS

1. Equipment:

1.1 Kova System - Kova slides, pipettes & tubes

1.2. Centrifuge with timer
1.3. Microscope with 10x and 40x objectives
1.4. Lens paper or lint free tissues
1.5. Log sheets
1.6. Laboratory markers and pens
1.7. Clean gauze (4 x 4)

2. Reagents - None

U.2.5. CALIBRATION: Not applicable

U.2.6. QUALITY CONTROL:

1. Control Materials and Procedural Notes:

1.1. A Run in urinalysis is defined as all patient testing performed in a 24-hour

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period. Quality Control must be performed under the following conditions.

1.1.1. Every morning prior to testing patient specimens.

1.1.2. Whenever test results appear questionable.

1.2. A Normal and Abnormal Kova Control will be performed at least once every
run.(see above)

1.3. Reconstitute new Kova controls with 60 mL Reagent Grade water according
to manufacturer’s instructions.

1.3.1. After reconstitution, separate controls into 2 mL aliquots using

disposable transfer pipettes and plastic test tubes. Cap tightly!
1.3.2. Label each plastic test tube with Normal or Abnormal Kova Control,
lot number, expiration date, reconstitution date, and initials of tech who
reconstitutes controls.
1.3.3. Sample aliquots will be stored frozen at -20C. The sample aliquots are
stable at this temperature for up to four (4) months.
1.3.4. Only one freeze/thaw cycle is permitted. Aliquots must be at room
temperature before testing. Do not use a warming block to thaw.
1.3.5. Sample aliquots are stable for one hour at 15-20°C or 24 hours at 2-
8°C.

1.4. Perform the Kova controls in the same manner as patient samples. See section
U.2.7 for the patient testing procedure. Record the results on the Urinalysis
Quality Control Worksheets. See appendix 3 & 4.

1.5. All results must fall into the expected ranges, which are obtained from the
manufacturer’s insert for each control and recorded on the top of the Urinalysis
Quality Control Worksheets.

1.6. If all results are within expected ranges, proceed with patient testing.

1.7. If QC results are outside of expected ranges for controls:

1.7.1. Re-examine the specimen using a different field of view.

1.7.2. Adjust the coarse/fine focus as needed to improve the view and repeat
testing.
1.7.3. Check for signs of contamination in the controls.
1.7.4. Repeat the procedure with freshly reconstituted Kova controls.
1.7.5. If the results are still out of range after performing the above steps,
notify the next higher supervisor immediately. Corrective action must
be taken and QC must be in range before patient testing can be
performed.
1.7.7. Record all QC values (both in and out of range) and corrective actions
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on the Quality Control Worksheets, appendix 3 & 4.

1.8. Parallel Testing: All new quality control lots or separate shipments of current
lots will be tested against the current lots for performance verification before
performing patient testing. See the Parallel Testing form, Appendix 5. Results
are considered acceptable if they are within their lot number quality control
limits.

U.2.7. PROCEDURE

1. Remove the specimens/controls from the refrigerator or freezer, as applicable, and

allow them come to room temperature for at least 30 minutes before mixing.

2. Positively identify the specimens using the patient name and date of birth.

3. Log the sample on the testing worksheet using the LIS generated patient label,
appendix 6.

4. Add the LIS generated label to the sample cup (not the sample lid). Any
discrepancy must be investigated before processing the specimen.

5. Mix patient urine sample by swirling. Mix control aliquots by inverting several times
to ensure homogeneity of the contents.

6. If a macroscopic examination & urine chemistry testing is ordered refer to U.01.1

Manual Urinalysis Dipstick Testing SOP for testing and reporting procedures. The
microscopic examination is performed after dipstick testing unless the provider
requests otherwise.

7. If Clintest, Acetest or Ictotest is required as listed below or requested by the provider,

perform testing on uncentrifuged urine prior to performing the microscopic exam.
Refer to individual confirmatory test SOPs as listed in the references.

8. The Clinitest confirmatory test is required for all pediatric urine samples with
patients age 2 years old or younger, regardless of whether it was requested or not.
See Clinitest SOP U06.1.

9. Backup tests and/or microscopic examination must be performed on urine that

tests positive for the following:

Positive Result Backup Test Microscopic Exam

Blood N/A Yes
Nitrite N/A Yes
Ketones Acetest No

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Glucose Clinitest No
Bilirubin Ictotest No
Protein 3% Sulfosalicylic Acid Yes
Leukocyte Esterase N/A Yes

10. Confirmatory tests are not required for TRACE results on PROTEIN or KETONES.

11. Microscopic examinations are required on the following specimens regardless of the
reagent strip results:

11.1. Urine with cloudy or hazy appearance.

11.2. Microscopic examination requested by the patient’s physician.
11.3. Urine specimens received from Pediatric Clinic.
11.4. Catheterized and Suprapubic aspiration samples.
11.5. Urine specimens received from Physical Exam Clinic.

12. Pour 12-mL’s of specimen into a sterile Kova tube and label the tube with the LIS
specimen label. If the total specimen volume is 0.50 mL or less, do not pour the
sample into a Kova tube. Perform testing from the specimen cup as indicated in the
following steps.

13. Testing

13.1. Volumes greater than 0.50 mL

13.1.1. Perform Dipstick, Clinitest, Acetest, or Ictotest as required or

requested.
13.1.2. Cap the Kova sample and centrifuge at 1500 rpm for 5 minutes.
13.1.3. Remove the sample from the centrifuge and discard the cap.
13.1.4. If 3% SSA testing is required or requested, perform testing on the
supernatant according to the U.10.1. 3% SSA SOP.
13.1.5. Decant and discard the supernatant while retaining the sediment
pellet in the conical portion of the Kova tube. There will be a small
volume of fluid retained above the sediment. The total volume
retained in the Kova system tube after decanting the supernatant
should be approximately 0.5 mL.
13.1.6. Use a Kova disposable pipette to resuspend the sediment pellet.
13.1.7. Proceed with testing in step 13.3.

13.2. Volumes less than 0.50 mL - swirl the sample in the specimen cup to mix well.

13.3. Use a Kova pipette to aspirate sample from the well mixed specimen.

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13.4. Place one (1) drop of the sediment on the Kova slide so that the urine sediment
is drawn under the preformed Kova cover slip.

13.5. Place the Kova slide under the microscope with the low power objective (10X
lens) and observe the sediment for the presence of casts. Observe at least ten
(10) fields and take the average number of casts seen for each type.

13.6. Switch to high power objective (40X lens) to observe the sediment for the
presence of epithelial cells, WBCs, RBCs, bacteria, crystals, yeast,
trichomonas, mucus, and spermatozoa.

13.7. Scan approximately 8-10 fields and take the average per field for each type of
sediment.

13.8. QNS specimens - report the following canned comments as applicable:

13.8.1. If the volume was <12 mL but > 0.5 mL, enter [12ML] -
Minimum specimen volume is 12 mL. Urine sediment results
may be falsely decreased due to a submitted sample volume less
than 12 mL’s.

13.8.2. If the volume was <0.5 mL, enter [UNSPUN] - Testing performed
on uncentrifuged urine due to a submitted volume less than 0.5
mL. Minimum required specimen volume is 12 mL. Urine
sediment results may be falsely decreased.

13.9. Review the results and enter data on the manual microscopic patient result
form (appendix IV). See section U.2.8 for Expected and Critical Results -
Abnormal results will be flagged.

13.10. Enter all results in the LIS. Do not certify any results until all urinalysis
testing ordered on the patient sample is complete.

13.11. Urine samples are retained at 2-10°C for 24 hours in the Hematology
refrigerator.

U.2.8. EXPECTED / CRITICAL RESULTS & REPORTABLE RANGE:

1. The following bolded analytes require a result entry during the microscopic results
even if they are not seen during the microscopic exam. Report “none” or 0-1 or 0-2
as indicated. All other analytes are optional entry if seen during the microscopic
exam.

Analyte Expected results for: Reportable Range:

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ALL AGES
HYALINE CASTS 0-1
Granular Cast None 0-1, 1-3, 3-5, 5-10, 10-25, 25-50, or
Cellular Cast (RBC, WBC, None greater than (>) 50/ LPF. Quantify
etc) each cast type separately

Waxy Cast None

EPITHELIAL CELLS 0-2 0-2, 2-5, 5-10, 10-25, 25-50, or
greater than (>) 50/ HPF
LEUKOCYTES (WHITE 0-2 0-2, 2-5, 5-10, 10-25, 25-50, or
BLOOD CELLS) greater than (>) 50/ HPF
RED BLOOD CELLS 0-2 0-2, 2-5, 5-10, 10-25, 25-50, or
greater than (>) 50/ HPF
BACTERIA None - Few None, Few, Trace, Moderate or Many
MUCUS None - Light Light, Moderate or Heavy
Crystals None Few, Moderate or Many for each
crystal type.
Spermatozoa Males only: Few Few, Moderate, or Many.
Yeast None Light, Moderate or Many. Report any
budding yeast or hyphea seen using
comments as noted below.
Trichomonas None Few, Moderate or Many. May only
be reported if motile.

2. If budding yeast or hyphea are present, add the following canned comments:

2.1. [Budding] - Budding yeast present.

2.2. [Hyphea] - Hyphae present.

3. The presence of sperm in the urine of a female child under 16 years old is a critical
value. Supervisor confirmation is required before reporting any suspected sperm to
the physician. The physician must be notified in accordance with critical value
procedures before sperm is reported in the LIS. The urine must be retained at 2-10°C
until the patient’s physician and laboratory director authorizes disposal. In no
instance will the urine be destroyed until duly authorized.

4. If a urine dipstick is performed, compare the results obtained on the microscopic with
the multi-parameter reagent strip with the following facts in mind:

4.1. Urine with RBCs seen on the microscopic exam should have a positive occult
blood on the reagent strip.

4.2. Urine with casts should have elevated specific gravity and positive protein.
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4.3. Urine with crystals should have elevated specific gravity.

4.4. Urine with positive nitrite should have bacteria on the microscopic.

5. CRITICAL VALUES:

5.1. When the following values are encountered after a urinalysis testing,
immediately notify the physician or senior ward/clinic nurse of the values
encountered.

Analyte Critical Results: All ages unless

otherwise noted
Waxy Casts Any
Red Blood Cell Cast Any
Cystine Crystals Any
Tyrosine Crystals Any
Leucine Crystals Any
Sperm Any - Females < 16yrs old

5.2. Critical values must be reported in accordance with the laboratory critical
value policy.

5.2.1. All critical microscopic sediment must be verified by the

laboratory supervisor before reporting to the physician/nurse and before
certifying results in the LIS.
5.2.2. All results must be read back by the physician/nurse and the
notification & read back documented in the LIS.
5.2.3. The pathologist must also be notified within 2 hours and will
determine if a pathologist review is required.

U.2.9. PROCEDURAL NOTES:

1. NORMAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE URINE: The yellow color of the urine

is due largely to the pigment urochrome and small amounts of urobilin and
uroerythrin. Normal urine is essentially clear, and the presence of particulate matter
in uncentrifuged urine needs to be explained microscopically. Normal urine has a
faint, aromatic odor of undetermined source.

2. Microscopic Sediment:

2.1. RBCs: Normally 0-2 RBCs/HPF may be seen in urine from males and non-
menstruating females. Increased numbers may indicate renal hematuria.

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2.2. WBCs: Normally 0-5 WBCs/HPF may be seen in urine of normal males with
slightly higher ranges in females. Increased numbers may indicate renal
disease or acute infection.

2.3. Epithelial cells: A few epithelial cells are normal and indicate normal
sloughing off of aging cells. Increased numbers may indicate renal disease,
urinary tract infection, or poor technique in specimen collection.

2.4. Casts: 0-1 hyaline cast/LPF is found in normal urine. Increased numbers or
more advanced types indicate proteinuria.

2.5. Bacteria: A few bacteria are normally seen due to poor technique in collection
of the specimen. Increased numbers may indicate kidney, bladder, or urinary
tract infection.

2.6. Crystals: The following crystals may be seen in normal or abnormal urine as
noted below. Use urine pH and solubility information (appendix 7) to aid in
identification, as needed. Also use appropriate image and literature resources
to assist with identification.

Normal Abnormal
Acidic Urine Alkaline Urine Acidic Urine Alkaline Urine
Amorphous Urates Amorphous Cystine None
Phosphates
Uric Acid Triple Phosphates Tyrosine
Calcium Oxalate Ammonium Leucine
Biurates
Calcium Phosphates Sulfonamide
(Sulfadiazine)
Calcium Carbonates

2.7. Mucus: Light mucus is normally found in urine and can sometimes be
confused with hyaline casts.

2.8. Spermatozoa: A few are normally found in urine from normal males.
Increased numbers are found in prostatic disease.

2.9. Trichomonas: Normally not found in urine. Presence of trichomonas is

abnormal and may indicate infection.

5.10. Yeast: 0-1/HPF or few per high power field are normal in females. Increased
numbers indicates infection.

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5.11. Casts are classified according to their matrix, inclusions, pigments and cells
present.

5.11.1. Cast matrices:

5.11.1.1. Hyaline casts: Are translucent cylindrical structures composed

of mucoprotein. Increased numbers are seen with renal
diseases and transiently with exercise, fever, congestive heart
failure, and diuretic therapy.

5.11.1.2. Waxy casts: These differ from hyaline casts in that they are
easily visualized because of their high refractive index. Waxy
casts are homogeneously smooth in appearance. Their margins
are sharp, their ends are blunt, and cracks or convolutions are
frequently seen along the lateral margins. Waxy casts are
commonly associated with tubular inflammation and chronic
renal failure. They are also found during acute or chronic
renal allograft rejection.

5.11.2. Cast Inclusions:

5.11.2.1. Granular casts are semitransparent cylinders containing small

(fine) or large (coarse) granules. These granules represent
plasma protein aggregates. Granular casts appear with
glomerular or tubular diseases.

5.11.2.2. Fatty casts: Are semitransparent or granular cylinders

containing large highly refractive vacuoles or droplets. Visible
fat droplets are triglycerides or cholesterol esters. These are
commonly seen when there is heavy proteinuria and are a
feature of the nephrotic syndrome.

5.11.2.3. Crystal Casts: Crystalline inclusion in a semitransparent or

granular cylinder. These casts indicate disposition of crystals
in the tubule or collecting duct.

5.11.3. Cast Pigments:

5.11.3.1. Hemoglobin (Blood) casts: Appears yellow to red; sometimes

the color is very pale and difficult to interpret. These casts are
associated with glomerular disease.

5.11.3.2. Myoglobin casts: These cast are red-brown in color and occur
with myoglobinuria following acute muscle damage.

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5.11.3.3. Bilirubin and other drug casts: Bilirubin is seen in urine

when there is obstructive jaundice, and will color casts as deep
yellow brown. Drugs such as phenazopyridine (Pyridium)
cause a bright yellow to orange color in acid urine and will
color casts and cells.

5.11.4. Cellular Casts:

5.11.4.1. Erythrocyte (Red Blood Cell) casts: Semitransparent or

granular cylinders containing distinct erythrocyte. Disorders
reflected in the presence of erythrocyte casts in the sediment
may include acute glomerulonephritis, IgA nephropathy, lupus
nephritis, subacute bacterial endocarditis, and renal infarction.

5.11.4.2. Leukocyte (White Blood Cell) Casts: Semitransparent or

granular cylinders containing leukocytes. They may be seen
pyelonephritis, glomerular diseases, interstitial nephritis, lupus
nephritis, and nephrotic syndrome.

6. SOURCES OF ERROR:

6.1. Urine should be tested within two (2) hours after collection. Prolonged testing
delay may result in cast dissolution, RBC crenation or bursting, increased
bacteria, and crystals dissolution.

6.2. Fill the Kova slide chamber with the pipette placed parallel to the slide and
dispense the specimen drop in the corner of the well. Samples placed in the
center of the well can cause air bubbles to form resulting in sample distortion
during examination.

U.2.10. APPENDICES:

1. SOP Validation Form and SOP Change Control

2. SOP Approval
3. Urinalysis Normal Quality Control Worksheet
4. Urinalysis Abnormal Quality Control Worksheet
5. Quality Control Parallel Testing Worksheet
6. Patient Result Form
7. Urine Crystal Properties

U.2.11. REFERENCES:

1. Stransinger, Susan K., Urinalysis and Body Fluids, Third Edition, F.A. Davis Book
Publisher, 1994, Pages 1 to 10 and 51 to 74.

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2. Haber, Meryl H., Urinary Sediment: A Textbook Atlas, American Society of Clinical
Pathologist Book Publisher, 1994.

3. Multistix 10 with SG Package Insert, Bayer Corporation; Diagnostics Division, 1999.

4. Kova Trol: Human Urinalysis Controls Package Insert, Hycor Biomedical Inc., 2001.

5. Manual Urinalysis by Bayer 10-SG Multistix SOP, U.1.1

6. Specific Gravity Determinations by Refractometer SOP, U.5.1

7. Clinitest Determination of Reducing Substances in Urine SOP, U.6.1

8. Acetest Determination of Ketones in Urine SOP, U.8.1

9. Ictotest Determination of Bilirubin in Urine SOP, U.9.1

10. SSA Determination of Protein in Urine SOP, U.10.1

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Appendix 1
SOP VALIDATION

SOP NAME:
U.2. Manual Urinalysis Microscopic Exam

Clear and specific title and principle: yes / no

Comments:

All necessary supplies, equipment, and materials are listed: yes / no

Comments:

SOP is sufficiently detailed to be understood but not overly complex: yes / no

Comments:

SOP text adequately describes process/procedure: yes / no

Comments:

SOP accomplishes purpose: yes / no

Comments:

Reviewed by: (Name & Title) )

Signature: __________________ Date: __________________

SOP CHANGE CONTROL

Date Change QA OIC Med. Dir.

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Appendix 2
SOP APPROVAL

SIGNATURE DATE
PREPARER

QA COORDINATOR

LABORATORY OIC

MEDICAL DIRECTOR

ANNUAL REVIEW

REVIEWER SIGNATURE DATE REVIEWER SIGNATURE DATE

DOCUMENT COPY CONTROL DATE: ___________ # COPIES __________

LOCATIONS

SUPERSEDES:

DATE SOP RETIRED: __________

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Appendix 3
Urinalysis Dipstick and Microscopic Normal Control Log

Normal Control Lot#:       Expiration:     Month/Year:          

Dipstick Lot#     Expiration:   Date in use:     Supervisor Review:          
Dipstick Lot#     Expiration:   Date in use:     Review Date:          
Color/ Specific Leu. Tech
    Glucose Bilirubin Ketones Blood pH Protein Urobilin. Nitrate WBC/hpf RBC/hpf Crystals Casts
Clarity Gravity Esterase Initials
Date

Acceptable
Range:                                
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Comments:                                
                                   
                                   
                                   
                                   
Refer to SOPs U.1.1 and U.2.1 for Urine Dipstick and Microscopic QC resulting procedures

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Appendix 4
Urinalysis Dipstick and Microscopic Abnormal Control Log

Abnormal Control Lot#:       Expiration:     Month/Year:          

Dipstick Lot#     Expiration:   Date in use:     Supervisor Review:          
Dipstick Lot#     Expiration:   Date in use:     Review Date:          
Color/ Specific Leu. Tech
    Glucose Bilirubin Ketones Blood pH Protein Urobilin. Nitrate WBC/hpf RBC/hpf Crystals Casts
Clarity Gravity Esterase Initials
Date

Acceptable
Range:                                
1                                  
2                                  
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Refer to SOPs U.1.1 and U.2.1 for Urine Dipstick and Microscopic QC resulting procedures

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Appendix 5
Quality Control Parallel Testing Worksheet

Technician: _______________________________ Date: ___________________________________

New Control Lot#: __________________________ Exp. Date: _________________________________

Current Control Lot#: _________________________ Exp. Date: _________________________________

Reagent Current Lot Current Lot New Lot Result Current Lot Acceptable
Result Acceptable Acceptable
Range Range
Red Blood Cells Yes / No
White Blood Cells Yes / No
Casts Yes / No
Crystals Yes / No
*Bacteria None None Yes / No
Yes / No
Yes / No
Yes / No
Yes / No
Yes / No
*Note: If bacterial presence is suspected in the quality control material, it is unacceptable for use. Notify the
supervisor immediately.

New Lot Acceptable: Yes / No

Comments:

Tech Signature: Date:

Supervisor review : Date:
Supervisor Comments:

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Appendix 6 - Patient Manual Urinalysis Result Report

Patient Information: Sample Information:

Patient Name: _____________________________ Date Collected: ____________________________

ID# ___________________________________ Time Collected: ____________________________

Date of Birth: ______________________________ Ordering Physician & Clinic: _____________________

Analyte Patient Results Reference Range

Hyaline Casts / LPF: 0-1 / LPF
Other Casts: >
0-1 1-3 3-5 5-10 10-25 25-50
Type: 50 None / LPF
Type:
Epithelial Cells /HPF 0-2 2-5 5-10 10-25 25-50 > 50 0-2 / HPF
Leukocytes (WBC’s) / HPF 0-2 2-5 5-10 10-25 25-50 > 50 0-2 / HPF
Red Blood Cells (RBC’s) /
0-2 2-5 5-10 10-25 25-50 > 50 0-2 / HPF
HPF
Bacteria / HPF Non Moderat
Few Trace Many None-Few / HPF
e e
Mucus / HPF Non Ligh Moderat
Heavy None-Light / HPF
e t e
Crystals / HPF: None / HPF
Non Moderat
Type: Few Many None / HPF
e e
Type: None / HPF
Spermatozoa / HPF: Non Moderat
Few Many Males Only: Few / HPF
e e
Yeast / HPF: Non Moderat
Few Many None / HPF
e e
Trichomonas Non Moderat
Few Many None / HPF
e e

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Supervisor review required for Yes / No Signature: Date:
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all critical values. Required?

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Appendix 7 - Urine Crystal Properties

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