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Test Code LAB689 Microalbumin, Urine

Specimen Requirement

10.0 mL random urine

 

Specimens should be collected without preservative.

Turbid specimens require centrifugation prior to analysis.

Specimen Stability

6 days at 2-8° C

Do not freeze.

 

Testing Schedule

Daily

Reference Range

< 30 mg albumin/g creatinine

Testing Department

Chemistry

Method

Turbidimetric/Immunoturbidmetric

CPT Code

82043

Additional Testing Locations

This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinic:

  • Devils Lake

Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.

Outpatient Turnaround Time

Within 8 hours of collection

Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time

Not Applicable

Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time

4 hours after receipt