UR 24Hr Protein Lvl (PRU)
Department: Chemistry
Test Synonym(s): LAB441, PRU, Protein 24 Hour Urine, U24PRO
CPT Codes: 84156
Methodology: Benzethonium Chloride
Reference Range: 0-150yrs: 0-299 mg/day
Tube Type: 24 hour urine container-plain (no additive)
Specimen: 24 hour urine - total 24 hour collection
Pediatric Requirements: 1 mL from well mixed 24 hour collection
Volume: 1 mL from well mixed 24 hour collection
Minimum Volume: 24 hour urine collection
Temperature: Refrigerate during collection and transport if not delivered to the lab immediately
Stability: Room temperature: 7 days; Refrigerated: 30 days; Frozen: 60 days
Reasons for Rejection: Improper collection
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
TAT: Stat: 1 hour, routine: 2 hours
Significance: No interference from aminoglycoside antibiotics
Special Instructions: Refrigerate during collection - label with beginning and ending collection times and dates- indicate total volume if an aliquot is sent. Mix specimen.
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