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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