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Clinical System Name
Protein, Urine
Synonyms
U Prot
urine, protein
urine protein
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Urine
Container(s): Sterile Screw-Capped Container, Clean container also acceptable.
Preferred Vol: 5 mL
Minimum Vol: 2 mL
Order Note:
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Specimen collected using acid perservative
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: 2-8 C
Storage location: CPA refrigerator, FrigB bucket, with remaining labels.
Off-site collection: No preservative required. Send entire collection refrigerated.
Regional Labs: Mix the primary container thoroughly and aliquot into a 15ml falcon tube using the appropriate aliquot label. The aliquot must be added to the transfer list for testing at main campus. Send sample refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Room Temp |
2 h |
| Urine | Refrigerated |
1 w |
| Urine | Frozen |
5 m |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M - F, day shift | 1 - 3 d |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Chemistry
Location: Chem East
Phone Number: 206-987-2617
CPT Codes
84156
Methodology
Method: Spectrophotometry (pyrogallol red dye binding) by Vitros 4600
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL
Limitations: Method is affected by fecal contamination and some drugs. Contact Chemistry Laboratory for complete list (206) 987-3860.
Reference Range
No reference range available.