Copper, 24 hour Urine

RU0008

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Specially washed Cu-free container
(To be obtained from DPLM Client Services)
Specimen Requirement

Urine

24 hrs urine collection

Minimum aliquot volume : 30 mL urine

Total 24 hr urine volume must be clearly indicated 

Specimen Storage/Transport
To aliquot urine into sterile container provided by SGH Biochemistry Lab
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
Average: 7 days (3 - 11 days)
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Biochemistry
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Mon – Fri 0800 hrs– 1700 hrs
Sat 0800 hrs – 1230 hrs.
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Additional Information

Instructions Before Sampling:

Patient should avoid taking either gadolinium or iodine containing contrast media for at least 4 days as they can interfere with trace metal tests.

Change History Notes

  • 28 Feb 2022 12:00 AM

    Updated Specimen Container, Specimen Requirement, Specimen Storage/Transport, Date and Time performed and Additional Information.

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Last Updated - 28 May 2025