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