Oxalic Acid, 24‑Hour Urine without Creatinine (11318)
Use
This quantitative test, performed with a 24‑hour urine specimen, may help screen for hyperoxaluria, determine the cause of kidney stones, and monitor treatment compliance and outcomes.
Special Instructions
Patient should refrain from taking excessive amounts of ascorbic acid or oxalate‑rich foods (e.g., spinach, coffee, tea, chocolate, rhubarb) for at least 48 hours prior to the collection period.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
4-7 days
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Specimen
Urine
Volume
10 mL 24‑hour urine
Minimum Volume
2 mL 24‑hour urine
Container
24‑Hour Urine Container
Collection Instructions
Collect urine with 25 mL 6N HCl to maintain a pH below 3. Refrigerate during and after collection.
Patient Preparation
Refrain from excessive ascorbic acid or oxalate‑rich foods for 48 hours prior to collection.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 6 Days |
| Refrigerated | 7 Days |
| Frozen | 4 Months |
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