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Test Code PROU (random) or URPUQ (24 hr urine) Protein, Total, Urine

Additional Codes

24h (timed): LAB440

Random: LAB439

 

Methodology

Used to monitor protein metabolism and colloid osmotic pressure.

Performing Laboratory

St. Mary's Regional Medical Center-Chemistry

 

CPT: random or 24 hour 84156

Specimen Requirements

Submit an entire 24-hour urine collection in a plastic urine container. No preservative. Refrigerate specimen during collection, and send specimen refrigerated.
Note: 1. The presence of blood invalidates the test.

2. Starting and ending times of collection are required.

3. Follow instructions in Urine Collection in Special Instructions.

Reference Values

<149.1 mg/24 hours or <11.9 mg/dL

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Available STAT

Special Instructions