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Microalb/Creat Ratio, Randm Ur

Test Code
140285


Alias/See Also
Albumin:Creatinine Ratio, Random Urine


CPT Codes
82043, 82570

Preferred Specimen
Urine (random)


Minimum Volume
2 mL (NOTE: This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing.)


Instructions
Collect random urine without preservatives. pH must be 4-8.


Transport Container
Plastic urine container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate (preferred)


Specimen Stability
Room temp: 7 days; Refrigerated/Frozen: 14 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Bloody specimen


Methodology
Microalbumin: immunoturbidimetric; creatinine: kinetic



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.