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Random Urine Microalbumin

Message
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Test Code
MAU


CPT Codes
82043

Preferred Specimen
Fresh Urine


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Instructions
Obtain specimen in urine collection cup and transfer 2 mL to a screw-top transport tube.


Transport Container
Screw top plastic transport tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerted


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature = 2 days
Refrigerated = 6 days
Frozen = 6 months


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Incorrect specimen type, insufficient sample volume, improper storage conditions, exceeds specimen stability guidelines, contaminated sample.


Methodology
Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
Daily
AU


Report Available
Daily


Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, Ohio 45439


Last Updated: December 7, 2021


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.