Protein, urine, random

Test Code
UTPR


Alias/See Also
Urinary protein, Urine Protein Random, Random Urine Protein, Urine Protein Spot


Preferred Specimen
10 mL urine (5 mL minimum)


Transport Container
Urine collection cup


Specimen Stability
Deliver to Lab within 2 hrs after collection


Reference Range
<12 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
Measurement of the protein content in urine is used in diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases.




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