Laboratory Medicine Program

Urea, urine

Clinical Decription:
The measurement of urea is used in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease, urinary tract obstruction, and acute or chronic renal failure.
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Method: Automated method; Advia

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Diet dependent

Specimen Type: Random or 24 hour urine
Volume: 20 mL (minimum: 10 mL)

Shipping: 4C

Special Instructions: Discard first morning sample, collect all other urine for a 24 hour period, to include second morning sample. Record volume and aliquot

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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