Urine, Glucose
Also known as: URN GLU
Use
The Urine Glucose test measures the amount of glucose present in a urine sample, which can help in monitoring and diagnosing conditions related to glucose metabolism, such as diabetes. It is particularly useful in evaluating non-invasive glucose levels when blood testing is not feasible or as a complementary test. The test can identify excessive glucose excretion, which may indicate poor blood sugar control in diabetic patients or other glucose regulation disorders.
Special Instructions
It is important to follow proper collection procedures to ensure accurate test results. The collection container should be free of preservatives as they can interfere with the test results. Precise collection and documentation of the total urine volume and the time interval are essential.
Limitations
Urine Glucose tests are influenced by factors like diet, medications, kidney function, and collection methods. Collection errors, such as incomplete urine collection or contamination, can affect the results. The test may not encompass all causes of glycosuria and should be used in conjunction with other diagnostic tests and clinical evaluations to determine glucose metabolism health.
New York Approved
Methodology
Automated Analyzer (Clinical Chemistry)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 2351-5
- 35662-6
- 35674-1
- 2162-6
- 19153-6
- 30211-7
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
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Specimen
Urine
Volume
4 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
ARUP standard transport tube
Collection Instructions
Mix 24-hour urine collection well. Transfer 4 mL to an ARUP standard transport tube. Record total volume and collection time interval on transport tube and test request form.
Storage Instructions
Frozen
Causes for Rejection
Urine collected in preservatives.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 8 hours |
| Refrigerated | 48 hours |
| Frozen | 7 days |
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