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Albumin, Urine Random
MessagePerformed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820
09.2018
09.2018
Test Code
UALB
Alias/See Also
Microalbumin
Preferred Specimen
Urine
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Transport Container
Sterile, screw cap cup
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 6 days
Methodology
Turbidimetric/Immunoturbidimetric
Setup Schedule
Assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Reference Range
The result is reported as a urine albumin/creatinine ratio
0 - 30 mg Albumin/gram creatinine
30 - 300 mg Albumin/gram creatinine (Microalbuminuria)
>300 mg Albumin/gram creatinine (Clinical albuminuria)
0 - 30 mg Albumin/gram creatinine
30 - 300 mg Albumin/gram creatinine (Microalbuminuria)
>300 mg Albumin/gram creatinine (Clinical albuminuria)
Clinical Significance
Measurement of albumin in urine aids in the diagnosis of kidney dysfunction and is recommended by the American Diabetes Association to screen for microalbuminuria.
