Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Specimen Type
Urine, Timed Collection
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB4210
Lab Test Days
2 Days a week; A.M.
Standard TAT
3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL 24 Hour Urine
Container Type
24-Hour Urine Container
Collection Instructions
Patient should refrain from taking allergy causing drugs, antihistamines, oral corticosteroids, and substances which block H2 receptors for at least 24 hours prior to specimens collection. Collect urine in a 24-hour collection containing 10 mL 6N HCI or urine with no preservative. Avoid direct sunlight.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 14 Days
Test Volume Required
4 mL
Minimum Test Volume
2 mL
Processing Instructions
Indicate total volume in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
Included Tests
Creatinine
CPT Codes
83088
Revised
02-11-16
Initials
SL