Test Code UTP24H Total Protein 24 Hour Urine
Collection Method
Urine Collection
Container
24H Jug
Instructions/Special Handling
On Ice
Preferred Specimen
24H Jug
Acceptable Specimes
24H Jug
Units
mg/dL
Reference Ranges
Adult (18+) 6.5 - 8.5 mg/dL
Pediatric: (0 - 7 days) 4.5 - 7 mg/dL
(7 - 1 year) 5.5 - 7.5 mg/dL
(1 - 18 years) 6.5 - 8.5 mg/dL
Critical Values
N/A
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis | N/A |
| Icterus | N/A |
| Lipemia | N/A |
| Other | QNS, Contaminated, Improperly labeled, Improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient (15-25°C) | 1 day |
| Refrigerated (2-8°C) | 7 days |
| Frozen (-20°C) | 1 months |
Performing Site
Boone Health Laboratory
Performance Information
| Days/Times Performed | Daily 24/7 |
| Expected Turn around Time | Same day |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
CPT Code(s)
N/A
Panel Components
N/A