UR Creatinine (CRU)

Department: Chemistry
Test Synonym(s): LAB384, CRU, Creatinine Urine Spot, UCRE, Urine Creatinine
CPT Codes: 82570
Methodology: Kinetic Alkaline Picrate
Reference Range: 0-150yrs: 40-200 mg/dL
Tube Type: Urine Clear Top
Specimen: Random urine collection
Alternate Specimen: none available
Volume: 5 mL urine
Minimum Volume: 1 urine clear top
Stability: Room temperature: 2 days; Refrigerated: 6 days; Frozen: 6 days
Reasons for Rejection: improper collection; QNS
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous

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