Test Code A124 Alpha-1-Microglobulin, 24 Hour, Urine
Necessary Information
24-Hour volume (in milliliters) is required.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Plastic, 5-mL tube
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect urine for 24 hours.
2. No preservative.
3. Mix well before taking 4-mL aliquot.
Additional Information: For multiple collections see Urine Preservatives-Collection and Transportation for 24-Hour Urine Specimens
Specimen Type
UrineSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
Ambient | 7 days | ||
Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
≥18 years: <23 mg/24 hours
Reference values have not been established for patients who are less than 18 years of age.
Day(s) Performed
Varies
Report Available
1 to 7 daysSpecimen Retention Time
7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
83883