Myoglobin, Quantitative, Random Urine
Use
This test measures the level of myoglobin in urine, which can be useful in diagnosing conditions that cause muscle damage, as myoglobin is released into the bloodstream when muscle is damaged. This test helps in assessing the severity of muscle injury, monitoring treatment efficacy, and diagnosing rhabdomyolysis. Elevated myoglobin levels in urine may indicate muscle trauma, muscle diseases, or myocardial infarction.
Special Instructions
No special patient preparation is required. Ensure that the plastic urine container used for the specimen does not contain any preservatives. Collect the sample in a timely manner and ensure it's properly labeled for laboratory processing.
Limitations
This test has not been cleared or approved by the FDA, and its performance characteristics were determined by LabCorp. Interfering substances such as gross hemolysis or presence of plasma in the urine sample can affect results, leading to potential inaccuracies or the need for test repetition.
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 2641-9
- 2641-9
Result Turnaround Time
3-4 days
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Specimen
Urine
Volume
10 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Plastic urine container, no preservative
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; plasma specimen; acid preservative
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unstable |
| Refrigerated | 3 days |
| Frozen | 14 days, stable x2 freeze/thaw cycles |
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