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Phosphorus, 24 Hour Urine

Test Code
UPO24


Preferred Specimen
Urine, 24 hr


Instructions
Collect 24 hour urine and keep refrigerated during and after collection.


Transport Container
Clean container


Transport Temperature
Specimen stable for 4 days if refrigerated.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Urinary phosphate varies with age, muscle mass, renal function, PTH, the time of day, and other factors. Urinary excretion varies widely with diet and is essentially equivalent to dietary intake.




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