PHOSPHORUS, URINE 24 Hour | |
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Test Code: 4UPH | Specimen Collection: Urine |
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Collection Notes: 24-hour urine specimens must be collected in an acid-washed, detergent-free container. Acidify with HCl. After collection and HCl addition, pH should be < 3. | |
Clinical Utility: The measurement of urinary phosphorus primarily reflects dietary intake. | |
CPT Code: 84105 | Testing Location: AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Urine (10 mL) Ambient 24 Hours Refrigerated 4 Days Frozen 28 Days 24- hr. Urine (acidified, HCl) Refrigerated 6 Months |