UR Protein/Creatinine Ratio ()

Department: Core Lab
Test Synonym(s): LAB6257, Urine Protein to Creatinine Ratio, Urine Protein/Creatinine Ratio
CPT Codes: 84156, 82570
Methodology: Kinetic Alkaline Picrate and Benzethonium Chloride
Reference Range: < = 0.20 mg/mg
Tube Type: UR Clear; U24 Jug no Add; BF Container
Specimen: Urine
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Temperature: Refrigerated
Stability: Room Temperature: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 6 days; Frozen (-20C): 6 months
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
TAT: Stat: 1 hour; Routine: 2 hours

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