Laboratory Medicine Program


Myoglobin, urine

Clinical Decription:
Urine myoglobin can be used when muscle damage, including skeletal and heart muscle damage is suspected

Method: CMIA; Architect i2000

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Negative

Specimen Type: Urine
Volume: 2 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: Send frozen on dry ice.

Special Instructions: Adjust pH to 8-9 and freeze immediately after collection.

Testing Schedule(s): Monday through Friday.

Turnaround Time: 2 days

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