POTASSIUM, URINE, RANDOM

Test Code

KUR

Alias/See Also

K+, Lytes, Electrolytes

CPT Codes
84133; 82570

Includes

Potassium and Creatinine

Preferred Specimen

Sterile Container

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Instructions

Refrigerate specimen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days

Methodology
Potentiometric

Setup Schedule

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

Report Available

Same day tested by the performing laboratory.

Reference Range

Reference ranges have not been established for random samples

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)

Last Updated: July 5, 2023

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