Test Directory
3252 Creatinine, Urine random
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Sterile urine container
6 days 2-8° C;
2 days at Room Temperature
2 days at Room Temperature
Male: 20-370 mg/dL
Female: 20-320 mg/dL
Female: 20-320 mg/dL
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Urine
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Urine
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Urine
Method
Colorimetric
Schedule
Mon-Fri
Turn-Around Time
24hrs
Instructions/Notes
Ensure that lid is tightly closed to prevent leakage/test cancellation
Clinical Utility
To determine if the kidneys are functioning normally and to monitor treatment of kidney disease.
CPT Codes
82575
