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HelpTest Code FSG Specific Gravity, Body Fluid
Performing Laboratory
Chilton Hospital Laboratory-HematologyMethodology
RefractometerSpecimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Body fluidContainer/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Indicate specimen source.
Specimen Transport Temperature
AmbientReference Values
Exudate: >1.015Transudate: <1.015
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through SundayAvailable STAT
Turnaround Time:
Routine-8 hours