Test Code TPUC Protein, Total -Random Urine
Methodology
Colorimetric
Performing Laboratory
St. Clair Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Urine samples for Protein do not require a preservative. It is acceptable to analyze a 24 hour urine collection for Protein when it is collected with 10 gm Boric Acid as a preservative. Refrigerate specimen during collection.
Sample Stability:
1 day at 20 - 25 ºC
7 days at 4 – 8 ºC
1 month at -15 to -25 ºC
Reference Values
50 – 80 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday