Test Information:
This test reevaluates renal conservation of electrolytes from a 24 hour urine collection. Its purpose is to help evaluate fluid and electrolyte imbalance, and renal and adrenal disorders.
Specimen Container:
24 Hour Urine Container (Plain)
Specimen Type:
24 Hour Urine
Required Volume:
10mL
Patient Preparation:
• At the start of the collection, empty your bladder and discard the first urine.
• Collect all urine passed over the next 24 hours.
• Record the start and end date and time of the collection.
• Keep the urine container refrigerated or stored in an ice chest throughout the collection period.
Notes:
- For aliquoted sample, please indicate total volume in mL and specific gravity, date and time of start and end of collection.
- For females, urine can be collected in a separate clean container and then carefully poured into the 24‑hour urine collection container.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8˚C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: 15 to 25˚C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: -20 ˚C
Stability: 1 month
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 Hours