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HelpTest Code RGL Urine Glucose, Random
Specimen Type
Urine, random
Container/Tube
Sterile, Metal Free Urine Container
Offsite Collection Instructions
1. Collect without additives or preservatives.
2. Random urine collections only.
3. Transport refrigerated (2-8° C).
Turnaround Time
4 hours
Test Includes
Quantitative determination of glucose in urine
Preferred Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Reject Due To
N/A
DAY(S) AND TIME(S) PERFORMED
24 hours, 7 days a week including holidays.
STAT DAY(S) AND TIME(S) PERFORMED
N/A
STAT Turnaround Time
N/A
Method Name
Spectrophotometric, Kinetic Endpoint
Synonyms
N/A
Test Limitations
N/A
Test Usage
Useful in the screening and management of diabetes mellitus.
Glucose measurement in urine can also be useful in the
evaluation
of glycosuria, to detect renal tubular defects.
UCMC Collection Instructions
1. Collect without additives or preservatives.
2. Random urine collections only.
3. Transport refrigerated (2-8° C).
Reference Values
Reference ranges for random urine specimens have not been
established; subject to ordering physician interpretation only.
Additional Information
N/A
Stability: Room Temp
Not Stable
Assay Immediately
Stability: Refrigerated
Not Stable
Assay Immediately
Stability: Frozen
Not Stable
Assay Immediately