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Random/Spot Urine Albumin

Alternative Names:Microalbuminuria
Urine Alb/Creat Ratio
Urine ACR
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:UMA
Specimen Types:Urine random
Container Types:
Plain 70mL potPlain 70mL pot
Adults Volume or Mass:70 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:10 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:Collect at ambient temperature
Retrospective testing within 6 days

Early morning spot urine sample is the preferred sample for microalbuminuria.

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:Aliquot
Centrifuge
Assay Frequency:Daily