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HelpTest Code RPRCR Urine Protein & Creatinine, with ratio, Random
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Container/Tube
Sterile 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
Urine Protein, Urine Creatinine, Calcuated Urine
Protein/Creatinine Ratio
Preferred Volume
0.5 mL
UCMC Collection Instructions
1. Collect without additives or preservatives.
2. Random urine collections only.
3. Transport refrigerated (2-8° C).
STAT Turnaround Time
N/A
Test Usage
For the determination of the Urine Protein to Urine
Creatinine
ratio.
Critical Results
N/A
Test Limitations
Results should always be assessed in conjunction with
patient’s medical history, clinical examination and other
findings.
Whole blood/unspun samples greater than 6 hours will be
rejected.
Additional Information
N/A
Fee Code
Urine Creatinine: 30182570
Synonyms
N/A
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
DAY(S) AND TIME(S) PERFORMED
24 hours, 7 days a week including holidays
STAT DAY(S) AND TIME(S) PERFORMED
N/A
CPT
Urine Creatinine: 82570
Method Name
See Individual tests for Methodology
Reference Values
The following reference range is according to KDIGO Clinical Practice
Guideline for evaluation and
management of CKD (Kidney Inter., Suppl.
2013; 3: 1–150):
Reject Due To
N/A
Stability: Room Temp
8 hours
Stability: Refrigerated
2 days
Stability: Frozen
6 months