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Test Code U24CR Creatinine, 24 Hour, Urine

Additional Codes

Panel Test includes:

  • 24hr Total Volume
  • 24hr Urine Creatinine
  • 24hr Urine Creatinine Calculation

Performing Laboratory

ChristianaCare:

  • Newark Campus
  • Wilmington Campus

Methodology

Enzymatic

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:  24-hour urine container supplied. No preservative.
Specimen:  Entire 24-hour urine collection
Collection Instructions:  Refrigerate specimen during collection.

Note:  1. Starting and ending times of collection are required on request form for processing.

2. Follow instructions in “Urine Collections” in “Special Instructions.”

3. Label container with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, or financial number. Date and time of collection, collector’s initials, and type of specimen are also required.

Reference Values

Males:  0.8-1.8 g/24 hour

Females:  0.6-1.6 g/24 hour

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Routine Turnaround Time:  8 hours

STAT Turnaround Time:  not available

Special Instructions