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MYOGLOBIN, URINE ONLY

Test Code
MYGB


Preferred Specimen
Fresh morning urine specimen is preferred


Minimum Volume
20 mL


Transport Container
Sterile urine cup


Specimen Stability
8 hours


Clinical Significance
Qualitative test for the presence of myoglobin in urine.  Myoglobin is the heme protein of striated muscle which serves as an oxygen facilitator within muscle.  Myoglobin is released into circulation with any condition causing stress or injury to muscle tissue such as trauma, vascular disorders, muscle wasting disease, burns, etc. and is readily filtered through the glomerulus and excreted in the urine.  This test distinguishes between myoglobinuria and hemoglobinuria.




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.