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HelpTest Code UCL24H Chloride Urine, Timed LAB2074
Performing Laboratory
UnityPoint The Finley Hospital
Test Method
Ion Selctive Electrode; Roche cobas Pro
Performance
Testing is performed Monday through Sunday.
Typically assayed within 2 hours after the specimen
arrives at the testing site.
Specimen Requirement
Collect a timed urine specimen, 24 hour preferred. No preservative is required. Keep specimen chilled during the collection period. Label the specimen appropriately with two identifiers, patient name and another identifier, (patient ID number, DOB, etc.) include date and time of collection. Record the time period of collection on the label and container. Submit entire specimen for analysis. Store the urine specimen refrigerated and transport to the lab within 48 hours.
Useful For
As an indicator of fluid balance and acid-base homeostasis.
Reference Values
110‑250 mmol/24 h
CPT Code Information
82436 Chemistry: Chloride, urine
LOINC Code Information
2079-2 Chloride [Moles/Time] In 24 Hour Urine