Methodology
Enzymatic Colorimetric/Electrophoresis/Spectrophotometry (SP)
Specimen Type
First Morning random urine
Performing Lab
Mayo Medical Laboratory
Lab Test Days
Mon thru Fri
Standard TAT
2 to 5 days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
15 mL First Morning random urine
Container Type
plastic urine container
Collection Instructions
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
Frozen
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated=10 days, Frozen=10 days
Rejection Criteria
Room Temp, All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Lab for test suitability.
Test Volume Required
15 mL
Minimum Test Volume
15 mL
Processing Instructions
Freeze
Comments
Indicate patient's age and sex. Test is useful for aiding in the diagnosis of chyluria (galacturia).
CPT Codes
84311, 84478, 82664
Revised
10/15/24