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HelpTest Code UCACR Urine Calcium/Creatinine Ratio
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB2123
Epic Description: CALCIUM/CREATININE RATIO,URINE RANDOM
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Clean Container, No Preservative |
3.0 mL | 2.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Indicate exact collection time on label. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Urine
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 2.0 mL
Performing Lab
Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
1 day
CSR Storage Requirements
Aliquot urine into plastic vial. Centrifuge specimen. Deliver to laboratory.
Satellite labs and community hospitals – aliquot into a false bottom aliquot tube.
CPT Code Information
82570
82340
Patient Preparation
Refer to Clean Catch Urine Collection instructions.