Test Overview
ATAGO- refractive index
Performed at authorized locations by point of care operators. Used to evaluate the concentrating and excretory function of the kidneys.
Reference ranges are available in the ATAGO Refractometer test procedure located on the POC website: https://www.pathology.med.umich.edu/point-of-care
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
•ATAGO prism surface must be cleaned after every patient. Patient sample remaining on prism will become encrusted on the surface and will interfere with patient test results if not cleaned properly.
•If the ELI (External Light Interference) function indicates the [nnn] warning message when measuring a sample or during zero setting, shade the sample stage with your hand and repeat.
Test Details
5 seconds
Specimen Requirements
Collect a random clean catch urine sample from the patient for testing.
Additional Information
For more test specific information, please refer to the test procedure found on the Michigan Medicine POC website: https://www.pathology.med.umich.edu/point-of-care