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HelpTest Code PRCON Protein, Total, Random, Urine
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
ORTHP / Orthostatic Proteinuria, Random, Urine
Patient Preparation: Specimens should be collected before fluorescein is given or not collected until at least 24 hour later.
Container/Tube: Plastic, 5-mL tube
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. This is a nighttime (supine) collection.
2. Void immediately prior to lying down.
3. Collect an 8-hour (nighttime) urine specimen.
4. Upon awaking in the morning, the patient should immediately void into the specimen cup.
4. No preservative.
5. Invert well before taking 4-mL (maximum) aliquot.
Useful For
Measurement of total protein for the assessment of orthostatic proteinuria
Reporting Name
Protein, Total, Random, USpecimen Type
UrineSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see ORTHP / Orthostatic Proteinuria, Random, Urine.
Not established
Method Description
The sample is preincubated in an alkaline solution containing EDTA, which denatures the protein and eliminates interference from magnesium ions. Benzethonium chloride is then added, producing turbidity.(Package insert: Total Protein Urine/CSF. Roche Diagnostics; V13.0, 11/2018)
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 7 daysSpecimen Retention Time
7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
84156
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PRCON | Protein, Total, Random, U | 2888-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PRCON | Protein, Total, Random, U | 2888-6 |