Introduction to Reagent Strips

Question

All the following statements about the urine specimen are true EXCEPT:

Please select the single best answer

The urine specimen should be tested within two hours of collection.

The urine specimen should be at room temperature prior to testing.

The urine specimen must be centrifuged before performing the dipstick testing.

The urine specimen must be well-mixed before performing the dipstick testing.

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