Test Name: Metabolic Screen, Urine 
Alternate Test Names Urine Metabolic Screen 
PLS Test Code UMS  Laboratory Biochemistry 
Specimen Urine  Analysis Performed On Urine 
Container Urine/Specimen container 50ml  Container colour Yellow 
Multiple specimens  
Required Volume Adult (mL) 20  Req Vol Paediatric (mL) 10 
Reference Ranges  
Turnaround Time Routine 2 Weeks  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Weekly  Transport Room temperature 
Special Requirements None 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Collect random urine 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory Yes 
Ref Laboratory Name Royal Children's Hospital, Tel: Biochem (Core Lab) 03 9345 5906, Biochem 03 9345 5, Address: Laboratory Service, Flemington Road, Parkville VIC 3052 
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 25-Aug-2006 (Version: 1.00)