Test Directory
3226 Protein, Total, Urine, Random
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Urine
48hrs 2-8° C
2.0-7.5mg/dL
Specimen Requirements
5 ml random urine in sterile urine container
Method
Colorimetric
Schedule
Mon-Fri
Turn-Around Time
24 hrs
Instructions/Notes
Clinical Utility
To detect excessive protein escaping into the urine, to help evaluate and monitor kidney function, and to detect kidney damage.
CPT Codes
84156
