Creatine, 24-Hour Urine [592X]

Test Code
0966


CPT Codes
82540

Includes
Creatinine

CPT code 81050 may be added at an additional charge for volume measurement


Preferred Specimen
3 mL of 24-hour urine collection submitted in a leak-proof urine container


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Instructions
Do not use preservatives. Keep refrigerated during collection.
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Freeze immediately.
Record 24-hour urine volume on test request form and urine vial.


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 4 hours
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen: 90 days


Methodology
Colorimetric (C) • Enzymatic

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule
Monday-Saturday Morning
Report available: Next Day


Reference Range
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Creatine, 24-Hour Urine
Male6-56 mg/24hr
Female8-170 mg/24hr




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.