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Creatinine, urine

Test Code
UXCRE


Preferred Specimen
Urine


Instructions
Can be random or 24 hour specimen. Refrigerate during collection.


Transport Container
Clean container


Transport Temperature
Spun urine stable for 4 days if refrigerated.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Determination of urine creatinine levels is of little or no help in evaluating renal function unless it is done as part of a creatinine clearance test.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.