Aldosterone, Urine
Abbrev Code: | UALDOS | ||
Order Code: | LAB354 | Order Name: | Aldosterone Urine |
Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
CPT Codes: | 82088 x1 | ||
Test Includes: | Urine creatinine, aldosterone | ||
Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported in 2-5 days. | ||
Special Instructions: | Urine must be refrigerated during collection. | ||
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Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Urine, 24 hour collection |
Optimal Volume: | Submit entire 24 hour collection; analysis requires 0.5 mL |
Container: | 3 L plastic jug |
Collection Instructions: | Urine must be refrigerated during collection. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Mix collection well before aliquot is taken. Aliquot 4 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Store in freezer. Record total volume and duration on the request form. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. |
Stability: | 4 hours at room temperature; 5 days refrigerated (with preservative); 1 month frozen. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
Referral Lab number: | 70480 |
Interpretive
Reference Range: |
1.28-28.1 ug/d
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Use: | Measurement of serum/plasma Aldosterone is generally most useful. |
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