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HelpEpic Test Code LAB396 Glucose: Urine, 24 hour
Performing Location(s)
BMC
Specimen Type
24 Hour Urine
Preferred Container
24 Hr Urine Container with No Preservative
Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing
Entire collection
At least 10 mL urine needs to be submitted to testing lab.
- Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.
Transportation Needs
Deliver specimen to the laboratory at the end of collection. If transportation is expected to exceed 1 hour, provisions must be made to keep the urine chilled
Storage Requirements
Keep urine refrigerated during the collection period.
Causes for Rejection
Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen
Greater than 10% of total volume lost
>12 hrs Room Temperature
>24 hours refrigerated after end of collection
Inappropriate urine preservative used or specimen not refrigerated
Reference Values
| Population | Units | Reference Range |
| All Populations | g/24 hour | <0.5 |
Reflex Testing
A urine creatinine (CPT: 82570) and output are performed and billed on all requests for 24 hour urine chemistries
Days of Analysis
All
Available STAT
Yes
Additional Information
Other Requirements: Refer to the 24-Hour Urine Collection Instructions
Methodology
Beckman AU/Dx Series
CPT Code
82945
Last Updated
30-July-19