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Urine Creatinine 24 Hour

Test Code
LAB712


CPT Codes
82570

Includes
Urine Creatinine, Urine Creatinine per 24 hours


Instructions
"Collect 24 hour urine
24-hour urine collection. Refer to Collection and Handling for directions
Record the total volume collected and the collection time interval
Refridgerate"


Specimen Stability
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Specimen not refrigerated


Methodology
Two point rate:The difference in reflection density is proportional to the concentration of creatinine present in the sample.

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Within 24 hours


Reference Range
Urine Creatinine: None established mg/dLUrine Creatinine per 24 hour: Female - 0.8-1.8 mg/24 hour; Male - 1.0-2.0 mg/24 hour


Clinical Significance
Creatinine measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of renal diseases.


Additional Information
24 Hour Urine Collection Instructions


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.