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Test Code MALBU Microalbumin, Random, Urine

Methodology

Turbidimetric

Specimen Requirements

2 mL from a random urine collection. No preservative. Send specimen refrigerated.
Note:  Follow instructions in “Urine Collection—Huntsville Hospital Health System Laboratory” in “Special Instructions.”

Specimen Stability Information

 

Specimen Type

Temperature

Time

Urine, random

RT

7 days
 

Refrigerated

1 month

 

Reference Values

<20 mg albumin/g creatinine

Reject Due To

 

Hemolysis

NA

Lipemia

NA

Icterus

NA

 

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

CPT Coding

82043

Secondary ID

HHA1424

Performing Laboratory

Huntsville Hospital Laboratory