Diuretic Screen, Urine
Also known as: DIURETIC U
Use
This test is used to screen for the presence of various diuretics in urine. Diuretics are medications that promote diuresis, or increased production of urine, and are commonly prescribed to treat conditions such as hypertension and edema. The test aids in monitoring patient compliance, therapeutic drug monitoring, and in cases of suspected abuse or misuse of diuretics.
Special Instructions
This test is not performed at ARUP Laboratories and requires separate specimen submissions if multiple tests are ordered. In order to ensure accurate testing, transfer 10 mL urine to ARUP standard transport tubes.
Limitations
The test provides a qualitative high-performance liquid chromatography with ultraviolet detection (HPLC/UV) screening. It may have limitations in detecting low concentrations below the established threshold of 2 ug/mL. Additionally, some structurally similar compounds may cause interference, potentially leading to false positives or negatives. Therefore, results should be interpreted in conjunction with clinical findings and other laboratory data.
New York Approved
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 12288-7
Result Turnaround Time
5-14 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Urine
Volume
10 mL
Minimum Volume
1.2 mL
Container
ARUP standard transport tubes
Collection Instructions
Random urine collection is required. Transfer urine to the specified transport tubes for shipment.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate specimens for optimal stability. Frozen specimens are also acceptable.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 6 months |