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HelpTest Code MALBU Microalbumin Urine, Random LAB2109
Performing Laboratory
UnityPoint The Finley Hospital
Test Method
Immunoturbidimetric Assay; Roche cobas Pro
Performance
Testing is performed Monday through Sunday.
Typically completed within 4 hours after the specimen arrives at the testing site .
Specimen Requirement
10 mL random urine is required.
Useful For
Assessing the potential for early onset of nephropathy in
diabetic patients
Reference Values
Reference range not established for this specimen type.
CPT Code Information
82043 Chemistry: Albumin, urine, microalbumin; quantitative
LOINC Code Information
14957-5 Microalbumin [Mass/Volume] In Urine
Additional Specimen Collection Information
Collect a random urine specimen in a plastic container. No
preservative required. Label the specimen appropriately with two
identifiers, patient name and another identifier, (patient ID
number, DOB, etc.) include date and time of collection. Store the
urine specimen refrigerated and transport to the lab within 48
hours.
Labs submitting specimens should aliquot 10 mL and send
in a plastic transport tube. Label the tube with patient name and
two identifiers (patient ID number, DOB, etc.). Store the urine
specimen refrigerated and transport to the lab within 48 hours.