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Copper, 24 hour Urine

Test Code:

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

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

Average: 7 days (3 - 11 days)

Reference Value(s)

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

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

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Keywords

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