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Urine Protein
3034
cpt
normal turn-around time
assays included
specimen type
minimum required
uPro
84156
24 hours
uPro
Unpreserved Urine
1 mL of urine
collection instructions
Collect urine in an sterile container with no preservatives. Transport the specimen at 2-8°C if not tested within 2 hours.
collection instructions
Insufficient Quantity: Volume less than 1 mL may not be sufficient for accurate testing.
Preservation: Specimen collected in preservative may lead to incorrect results.
clinical significance
The Urine Protein test measures the amount of protein present in urine. Normally, urine contains very little protein (less than 150 mg per day). Elevated levels of proteinuria (increased protein in urine) may indicate kidney damage or disease, such as glomerulonephritis, diabetic nephropathy, or other renal disorders. This test helps in diagnosing and monitoring kidney function and assessing the severity of kidney disease.