| Name |
Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio (UPCR) |
| Section |
Clinical Pathology |
| Specimen |
Urine (no additive) |
| Special Instructions |
Centrifuge urine, remove supernatant from cellular sediment, then refrigerate. |
| Price |
$15.00/ea. |
| Laboratory |
Logan |
| Test Days |
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| Turnaround Time |
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| Description |
Quantitative determination of protein in urine; reported as a ratio with urine creatinine to correct for urine concentration.. |
| Sampling Requirements |
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| Collection Container |
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| Packing Instructions |
- Label all samples with unique identifiers
- For multiple samples, number tubes consecutively using a permanent marker or adhesive label
- Place the tubes in consecutive numerical order in cardboard boxes designated for tubes
- Do not submit loose in bags
- Include a list of sample names/numbers or the Excel specimen import spreadsheet with submittal form
- Use cold packs during hot weather, especially if shipping serum samples on the clot
- Overnight shipping is recommended
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| Species |
All Species |
