Test Code PBGU Porphobilinogen, Quantitative, Random, Urine
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
UrineShipping Instructions
Ship specimen protected from light.
Necessary Information
Include a list of medications the patient is currently taking.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: Patient must not consume any alcohol for at least 24 hours prior to collection.
Supplies: Urine Container-Amber, 60 mL (T596)
Specimen Volume: 20 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative necessary but pH must be above 5.0.
3. Specimens should be protected from light and frozen immediately following collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
15 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Urine | Frozen (preferred) | 7 days | LIGHT PROTECTED |
Refrigerated | 7 days | LIGHT PROTECTED |
Reference Values
≤1.3 mcmol/L
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
84110