Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD71515Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Myoglobin, Urine
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Myoglobin in urine is useful for evaluating rhabdomyolysis, a condition in which muscle breakdown releases myoglobin into the bloodstream and is excreted via urine. Very high urinary myoglobin concentrations may increase the risk of acute renal failure; detection can aid early diagnosis and management.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Myoglobin
AnalyteMyoglobin
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
3.0 mL (minimum: 0.5 mL)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
urine sample cup
Collection Instructions
Random urine collection; send specimen frozen
Storage Instructions
Send specimen frozen
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