Urinalysis is drawn in a Yellow-top, blue fill line urinalysis transport tube at Quest, a Vacutainer® red/yellow urine transport tube (preferred) or urine bottle/urine transport tube (non-preserved) at LabCorp, and a Urine Urinalysis Tube - Yellow at BioReference.
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Urinalysis: Quest vs LabCorp vs BioReference, tube, code & requirements
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| Requirement | Quest Diagnostics | LabCorp | BioReference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test code | 5463 | 003772 | 0159-4 |
| Primary tube | Yellow-top, blue fill line urinalysis transport tube | Vacutainer® red/yellow urine transport tube (preferred) or urine bottle/urine transport tube (non-preserved) | Urine Urinalysis Tube - Yellow |
| Specimen type | 10 mL urine - Urinalysis transport tube (yellow-top, blue fill line, preservative tube) | Urine (random) | 12 mL Urine Urinalysis Tube - Yellow |
| Patient prep | See lab specimen manual | See lab specimen manual | See lab specimen manual |
| Minimum volume | Minimum Volume Preserved: 3 mL, Unpreserved: 1 mL;
*Submitting less than 5 mL may result in partial result reporting. | Minimum Volume 3 mL (Vacutainer® red/yellow urine transport tube) (preferred) or 2 mL (non-preserved urine) (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.) | Stated with specimen 12 mL |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Quest Diagnostics order code for Urinalysis?
The Quest Diagnostics order code for Urinalysis is 5463.
What tube color does LabCorp use for Urinalysis?
LabCorp uses a Vacutainer® red/yellow urine transport tube (preferred) or urine bottle/urine transport tube (non-preserved) for Urinalysis.
Does Urinalysis require fasting?
Urinalysis patient prep: See lab specimen manual. Always confirm with the ordering lab before the draw.
Data provenance
Source: Quest Diagnostics specimen collection manual, LabCorp directory of services, and BioReference laboratory collection guide.
Verified by: a licensed nurse practitioner in active clinical practice. Values are reviewed against each lab’s published collection requirements. Always confirm against your lab’s current manual before drawing.
Quest verified by: Mandi Boss B Franklin, Jul 4, 2026
LabCorp verified by: Mandi Boss B Franklin, Jul 4, 2026
BioReference verified by: Mandi Boss B Franklin, Jul 8, 2026
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