Test Code Lab4076 AMYLASE/CREATININE RATIO, URINE
Additional Codes
Test Code - Urine: 470
PERFORMED AT
SBH LABORATORY
HDH LABORATORY
Specimen Requirements
Container Type: Sterile Urine Container
Specimen Type: Urine, random
Preferred Volume: 5 mL random urine
Emergency Minimum Volume: 1 mL random urine
Collection Procedure: Collect a random urine specimen in leakproof plastic urine container with no additives.
Specimen Processing: Aliquot a random urine specimen. Store and transport refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions: Urine specimens contaminated with fecal material
Stability:
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Room Temp | Urine: 2 days |
| Refrigerated | Urine: 6 days |
| Frozen (-20 øC) | Urine: Unacceptable |
Method
Enzymatic colorimetric
Synonyms
Urine Amylase/Creat Ratio
CPT Codes
82150, 82565, 82570
Department
Chemistry
Test Schedule
Daily & STAT
Test Includes
Amylase, Urine, U/L; Creatinine, Urine, mg/dL Creatinine mg/dL. Amylase/Creatinine, Ratio.
Reference Lab
SCHS