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HelpTest Code MAB24 MICROALBUMIN, 24-HOUR URINE
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | MAB24 |
| EPIC | LAB410 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Detecting diabetics (and others) at risk for renal failure; monitoring effectiveness of maneuvers such as blood pressure control, glucose control, and/or protein restriction, particularly in early diabetes to prevent progression to overt proteinuria.
Method Name
Turbidimetric Immunoassay
Reference Values
Microalbumin 24H, total excretion: 0-30 mg/24h
Microalbumin excretion rate: 0-20 µg/min
Microalbumin/creatinine ratio: 0-30.0 µg/mg
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Urine, 24-Hour
Preferred Container
24-Hour Urine Container
Preferred Volume
Urine, 24-Hour: 20 mL (24-Hour Urine Container)
Minimum Volume
Urine, 24-Hour: 1 mL (24-Hour Urine Container)
Specimen Collection and Handling
1. No preservative
2. Refrigerate specimen during collection.
3. Send specimen refrigerated.
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To Process:
1. Prior to aliquoting specimen, mix specimen well, measure and record volume.
2. 10 mL aliquot from a 24-hour urine collection in a clean, non-sterile, plastic urine container.
3. 24-HOUR VOLUME IS REQUIRED ON REQUEST FORM FOR PROCESSING.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Urine, 24-Hour
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Profile Information
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Individual Test Description |
|---|
| ALBUMIN / CREATININE RATIO |
| CREATININE, 24 HOUR URINE |
| DATES OF COLLECTION, URINE |
| MICROALBUMIN, 24 HOUR TOTAL EXCRETION |
| MICROALBUMIN, EXCRETION RATE |
| VOLUME, MICROALBUMIN, 24 HOUR |
Clinical Significance
Urinary tract infection, hematuria, and clinical proteinuria will cause elevation of urinary albumin.
Rejection Information
24 HOUR COLLECTION INCOMPLETE