Methodology
Direct Radioimmunoassay
Specimen Type
Urine, Timed Collection
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Interscience Institute
Epic ID
Other Refernce Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
5-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
5-10 mL 24 Hour Urine
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Collected without preservative. Keep refrigerated during and after collection. Random urine collection is also acceptable, however, reference ranges will not apply. Patient should not be on Aspirin, Indomethacin or Anti-Inflammatory medications, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 6 Months
Test Volume Required
10 mL 24 Hour Urine
Minimum Test Volume
5 mL 24 Hour Urine
Processing Instructions
Indicate total volume in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
CPT Codes
84150
Revised
10-05-17
Initials
SL