Stone Analysis without Image
Use
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Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute Valencia. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.([jdos.nicholsinstitute.com](https://jdos.nicholsinstitute.com/dos/Medfusion/test/640054?utm_source=openai))
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Sterile screw cap container (plastic)
Collection Instructions
Dry stone(s) (kidney, gall bladder, urinary bladder, salivary, prostate, filtered material) collected in a sterile screw cap container. Clean any blood or foreign material from the stone with water. Stone should be air dried thoroughly at room temperature for approximately 24 hours. Important: Do not tape specimen; Do not send stone in formalin, surgical gel, or any transport media; Avoid sending filters and cotton swabs (Q‑tips). In cases for multiple stones that require individual analysis, testing must be ordered for each stone and will be charged separately. Each stone should be placed in its own plastic container.
Causes for Rejection
Specimens that are taped, in liquid media, or damp stones requiring additional processing (may delay testing)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 1 year |
| Refrigerated | 1 year |
| Frozen | 1 year |