Test Code RA1U Alpha-1-Microglobulin, Random, Urine
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Plastic, 5-mL tube
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Specimen Type
UrineSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
ALPHA 1- MICROGLOBULIN/CREATININE RATIO:
≥18 years: <35 mg/g creatinine
Reference values have not been established for patients younger than 18 years of age.
CREATININE:
≥18 years old: 16-326 mg/dL
Reference values have not been established for patients younger than 18 years of age.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
7 daysPerforming Laboratory

CPT Code Information
83883
82570