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Test Code UR UREA 24 Urea, 24 Hour, Urine

Additional Codes

LAB123748

Minimum Volume

 0.5 ml

Container

24 hour urine container

Acceptable Specimens

24 hour urine container

Reference or Target Ranges

25-30g/24 hour period

Reportable Units

g/24 hour period

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

CPT Codes

81050;84540

Last review/edit date

March 2024

Reasons for Rejection

Hemolysis Threshold 1000 mg/dL
Icterus Threshold 60 mg/dL
Lipemia Threshold 1000 mg/dL
Other QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type, collection information not provided

Specimen Stability

Ambient 2 days
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) 7 days
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) 1 month

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 

Collection Method

24 hour urine collection

Special Collection Instructions

Specimen must be received with the following information included:

  • Total volume of collection
  • Start date and time
  • Stop date and time