PROTEIN/CREATININE RATIO, URINE, 24 HOUR

Message

24 Hour urine container without preservative.
(Aliquot or transfer urine into a transfer tube and note the total volume)

Test Code

PC24U

CPT Codes
84156 82570

Includes

Total protein, creatinine, and ratio

Preferred Specimen

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

Minimum Volume

5mL aliquot

Instructions

Mix the specimen well and measure the 24 hour collected volume (RECORD TOTAL VOLUME)
Aliquot 20 mL sample into a separate plastic screw-cap container
Refrigerate until tested

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8C up to 24 hours

Methodology

Colorimetric

Setup Schedule

M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa, Su

Report Available

Same day tested at the performing laboratory.

Reference Range

Urine Protein: 50-80 mg/24 Hours

Urine Creatinine (mg/24 Hours):

Female up to 9 years	140-700
Male up to 9 years	140-700
Female 10-13 years	300-1300
Male 10-13 years	300-1300
Female 14-18 years	400-1600
Male 14-18 years	500-2300
Female 19-51 years	700-1600
Male 19-51 years	1000-2500
Female 52-81 years	500-1400
Male 52-81 years	800-2100
Female >82 years	400-1300
Male >82 years	600-2000

Protein/Creatining Ratio: Reference range has not been established for this calculation.

Clinical Significance

This 24 hour collection includes a creatinine and a ratio along with the protein.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

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

Additional Information
24 Hour Urine Collection

Last Updated: July 5, 2023

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.