Methodology
Enzymatic Colorimetric/Electrophoresis/Spectrophotometry (SP)
Synonyms
Chyluria Screen, Urine; Fat Embolism Syndrome; Fat, Total; Gross Fat Droplets; Lipid Analysis, Urine; Lipid Survey, Urine; Urine Fluid, Chylomicrons; Galacturia; Triglycerides, Urine
Specimen Type
Random Urine
Performing Lab
Mayo Medical Laboratory
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
2-5 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
15 mL Random Urine
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Collect a first-morning random urine. Before specimen collection, the patient should not ingest foods or beverages rich in vitamin C or take vitamin C supplements.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 4 Hours; Refrigerated:10 Days; Frozen: 10 Days (preferred)
Test Volume Required
15 mL Random Urine
Minimum Test Volume
15 mL Random Urine
Processing Instructions
Order in Mayolink and send with Mayo courier Monday-Friday.
CPT Codes
82664, 84311, 84478 (not genetic)
Revised
5/9/26
Initials
IM