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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
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 |
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
Clinical Significance
Urinary tract infection, hematuria, and clinical proteinuria will cause elevation of urinary albumin.
Rejection Information
24 HOUR COLLECTION INCOMPLETE