Laboratory Services
Potassium, urine, 24 hr
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| Test Description |
Potassium, urine, 24 hr
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| Synonym(s) |
K
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| Test ID |
UK24
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| General Information |
Urinary excretion of Potassium varies significantly with dietary intake. Reference ranges given are typical of people on an average diet.
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| Specimen Type |
Urine
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| Specimen Requirements |
Urine, 24 hour collection
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| Additional Processing Details |
The test request form must state date and time collection started, date and time collection finished, and 24-hour urine volume.
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| Stability |
14 days at 15-25°C
14 days at 2-8 ° C Stable at -20°C |
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| Methodology |
Ion Selective Electrode
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| Estimated TAT |
0-2 days
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday
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| CPT Code(s) |
84133
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| Reference Range |
25-125 mmol/24hr
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| Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics
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| LOINC Code(s) |
2829-0
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