Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD04774Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 15281
Albumin, 24‑Hour Urine with Creatinine
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Albumin excreted in the urine (Microalbumin) is a sensitive marker of nephropathy. It is used to screen for early renal disease, particularly in diabetic patients.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Albumin
AnalyteAlbumin
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Creatinine
AnalyteCreatinine
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
5 mL urine aliquot
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Container
plastic leak‑proof container
Collection Instructions
24‑hour urine collection; specify 24‑hour total volume on container and test requisition; refrigerate during collection
Patient Preparation
Avoid exercise for 24 hours prior to specimen collection
Causes for Rejection
Acid preserved urine
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
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