Laboratory Services
Total Protein, Urine 24 hr
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| Test Description |
Total Protein, Urine 24 hr
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| Test ID |
UTP24
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| General Information |
Protein measurements in urine are used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease conditions such as renal or heart diseases, or thyroid disorders, which are characterized by proteinuria or albuminuria.
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| Specimen Type |
Urine
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| Specimen Requirements |
Urine, 24 hour collection
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| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Urine, 24 hour collection - Refrigerate specimen during collection.
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| Minimum Sample Volume |
1 mL
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| Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable) |
500 uL
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| Stability |
1 day at 20‑25 °C
7 days at 4‑8 °C 1 month at ‑20 °C |
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| Methodology |
Turbidimetric
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| Estimated TAT |
0-2 days
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday
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| CPT Code(s) |
84156
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| Reference Range |
< 150 mg/24 hours
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| Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics
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| LOINC Code(s) |
2889-4
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