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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB743 |
| NBS code | LBC04216 |
| Service code | 31406 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Random Urine Container |
Processing Requirements
Collect mid-stream urine in preservative-free urine container. Unacidified Urine.
Specimen type: Urine
Volume: 10mL
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Urine |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerate | 6 days |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Icterus | Not applicable |
| Lipaemia | Not applicable |
| Others | Not applicable |
Methodology
| Total protein, urine | Turbidimetry |
|---|---|
| Creatinine, urine | Enzymatic Assay |
Days and Times Performed
24 hrs, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
| Normal range | < 20 mg/mmol |
|---|---|
| For diabetics, monitor with Urine ACR if Urine PCR | < 50 mg/mmol |
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Risk factor for renal impairment.
Update
Last updated 28/07/2026
LOINC Code Information
| Total protein, urine | 2888-6 |
|---|---|
| Creatinine, urine | 14683-7 |
| Total Protein : Creatinine ratio (mg/mmol) | 34366-5 |