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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB441 Protein, Urine, 24 hour
Collection Questions
- Enter duration of urine collection (hr)
- Enter volume of urine collected (ml)
Collection Information
24 hour urine collection without preservative. Keep the 24 hour specimen refrigerated throughout the entire collection period.
Urine sample must be received in laboratory within 24 hours of end of collection.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Urine, 24 Hour | 24hUr-R | 0.1 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: No pH AdjustmentTransport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: N/A
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: 1 Day
Refrigerate: 7 Days
Frozen: 1 Month
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| PROTEIN, 24 HOUR URINE | 21482-5 |
| TIME COLLECTED | 74751-9 |
| TOTAL VOLUME | 3167-4 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
STAT 1 Hour
Routine 4 Hours
CPT Code(s)
81050
Performing Lab Section
Chemistry
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)