Urea and electrolytes (U&E - serum)
The U&E profile includes sodium, potassium, urea and creatinine. These tests are used to evaluate renal function.
| Tube | 01 (SE) - Serum Gel |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0132 |
| Additional Information | |
| Turn Around | A&E: 1 hour Day Case: 6 Hours In-Patient: 6 Hours Out-Patient: 24 Hours GP: 24 Hours |
| Send to | Blood Sciences Cross Site |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | Intensive care units, renal unit, transplant unit, patients on IV heparin use lithium-heparin (Green with Yellow ring) tube. Minimum volume: 500µl serum / plasma Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing - No special requirements. |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range Notes | Blood Sciences reference ranges are available through the useful information and links page: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/ |
| Units | See Individual tests |
| Telepath | UE1L |
| ICE Codes | LUE |
