Beta-2-Microglobulin, Random Urine
| Abbrev Code: | UB2MG | ||
| Order Code: | LAB3811 | Order Name: | Beta 2 Microglobulin Urine |
| Synonyms: | Beta 2 Microglobulin Urine | ||
| Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
| CPT Codes: | 82232 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Sun-Sat; results are reported within 1 day. | ||
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Urine, random collection |
| Optimal Volume: | Submit entire collection, analysis requires 1 mL |
| Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
| Collection Instructions: | Have patient empty bladder, drink a large glass of water, then collect the urine sample within 1 hour. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | pH to 6-8; lower by adding 1 M HCl; increase by adding 5% NaOH. Aliquot 3 mL, 1 mL minimum. Record pH on the transport tube and test request form. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. |
| Stability: | 8 hours at room temperature; 48 hours refrigerated; 2 months frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 80432 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | 0-300 ug/L, 0-300 ug/g creatinine. |
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