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HelpTest Code MALB CREA RATIO Microalbumin/Creatinine Ratio, Urine
Additional Codes
LAB689
Collection Method
Sterile urine collection
Minimum Volume
1ml
Container
Sterile Cup
Acceptable Specimens
Urine
Reference or Target Ranges
<20 mg alb/g creat
Reportable Units
mg alb/g creat
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 2 day |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 6 days |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 6 months |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time | Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availabilty | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
CPT Codes
82043; 82570
Last review/edit date
March 2024