Synonyms
Urine total protein
Specimen Type
Urine, Timed Collection
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB440
Lab Test Days
M,W,F (1000)
Standard TAT
3 hrs
Stat TAT
1 hr
Collection Information
Specimen Required
24 hr or timed urine
Container Type
24-Hour Urine Container
Collection Instructions
Note duration of collection on req & specimen label. Keep on ice or refrigerate during collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
1.0 ml aliquot of timed urine specimen
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 ml aliquot of timed urine specimen
Processing Instructions
Have Med Tech measure total volume Note tv on specimen label, centrifuge & aliquot supernatant Write "URINE" on specimen cup If two 12 hour specimens are submitted, process each container accordingly. Do not mix samples together.
Revised
02-08-95