Test Code U24 PR TOTAL PROTEIN 24-HR URINE
Special Collection Instructions
Specimen must be received with the following information included:
-Total volume of collection
-Start date and time
-Stop date and time
Collection Method
Urinalysis collection
Container
24 hour urine container
Preferred Specimen
24 hour urine container
Acceptable Specimen(s)
24 hr urine container
Reference or Target Ranges
<150 mg/24 hour period
Reportable Units
mg/day
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
Hemolysis Threshold: |
500 mg/dL |
Icterus Threshold: |
25 mg/dL (conjugated) |
|
25 mg/dL (unconjugated) |
Lipemia Threshold: |
500 mg/dL |
Other: |
QNS, contaminated, improperly labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
Ambient |
8 Hours |
Refrigerated |
72 Hours |
Frozen |
6 Months |
Performance Information
Days and Time Performed |
24/7 |
Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 Hour, Routine: 4 Hours |
Stat Availability |
Yes |
Performing Bench |
CRMC Chemistry |
Methodology/Method Description |
Atellica |
Additional Information / Important Notes
Random urine specimens may be used, but timed 24-hr specimens are preferred. No preservative is required during 24-hr collection.
Methodology/Method Description
Atellica CH Analyzer
CPT Codes
81050; 84156