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Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | MABSP |
| EPIC | LAB546 |
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 random urine: 0-15.0 µg/mL
Microalbumin/creatinine ratio urine: 0-30.0 µg/mL
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Profile Information
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Individual Test Description |
|---|
| CREATININE, RANDOM URINE |
| MICROALBUMIN / CREATININE RATIO, URINE |
| MICROALBUMIN, RANDOM URINE |
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Preferred Container
Urine Cup
Preferred Volume
Urine, Random: 20 mL (Urine Cup)
Minimum Volume
Urine, Random: 1 mL (Urine Cup)
Specimen Collection and Handling
Strenuous exercise should be avoided prior to collection.
Click here to view the Urine Collection Instructions
To Process:
1. Aliquot 20 mL from a first-morning urine collection in a clean, non-sterile, plastic urine container.
2. Send specimen refrigerated.
Click here to view the Urine Aliquoting Guide for Processing
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Urine, Random
Refrigerated: 6 Days
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories