Xylene


Test Information

Test Name

Xylene

Synonyms

Methylhippuric Acid

Preferred Specimen

Random Urine (yellow pot)

Testing Location

Referral

Turn Around Time

2 weeks


Collection Information

Main Lab Only

Yes

Preparation

  • Collect urine specimen at the end of the working shift
  • Collect on ice

Processing Information

Registration Code

XYL

Notes

  • Keep on ice; freeze ASAP
  • DO NOT open, must not be exposed to air

External Referral Information

Referral Location

Canterbury Health Laboratory (via WHL)

Send Away Volume

20 mL urine

Send Away Transport

Frozen

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