Aluminum, Random Urine [6024X]

Test Code

14561

CPT Codes
82108

Preferred Specimen

7 mL urine collected in an acid-washed, metal-free leak-proof container

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 5 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days

Methodology
Atomic Spectroscopy (AS)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Sat a.m.; Report available: Same day

Limitations

This measure is very sensitive to aluminum containing medications, e.g., aluminum-containing antacids, and may continue to test as elevated for a prolonged period of time after the medication is stopped.

Reference Range

5-30 mcg/L

Clinical Significance

Aluminum may be increased in patients on dialysis or on aluminum antacid medications and in patients with renal failure and Alzheimer's disease. Aluminum accumulates in bone and hair.

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute

14225 Newbrook Drive

Chantilly, VA 20153

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