Total Protein, Urine, Random
Test Code
UTPR
Description
Collect
Aliquot from a random urine sample.
Specimen Preparation
Onsite [NJH]: Transport to lab within 1 hour.
Preferred volume: 1 mL aliquot from a random urine sample
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.1 mL aliquot from a random urine
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Frozen. Send urine aliquot Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Analyze Immediately at RT (15-25°C)
48 hours refrigerated at 2-8°C
Notes
Random urine sample is the only acceptable sample type.
Performed
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Pyrogallol Red Molybdate Endpoint
Reported
4 hours
Department
Core LabSynonyms
UTPR
Reference Interval
By report
CPT Code
84156