POTASSIUM, URINE, 24 HOUR

Test Code

KUN

CPT Codes
84133

Preferred Specimen

24 Hour Urine Container without preservative
(aliquot or transfer urine into a transfer tube and note the total volume)

Minimum Volume

5 mL aliquot

Instructions

Mix the specimen well and measure the 24-Hour volume (RECORD THE TOTAL VOLUME)
Pour off 20 mL of urine into a separate plastic screw-cap container
Refrigerate if not tested immediately

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days

Methodology

ISE (Ion Selective Electrode)

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

Report Available

Same day tested by performing laboratory.

Clinical Significance

Used to monitor electrolyte balance in the diagnosis and treatment of disease conditions characterized by low or high blood potassium levels

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)

Additional Information
24 Hour Urine Collection

Last Updated: July 5, 2023

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