Specimen Requirements

5 mL from a 24-hour urine collection in a screw-capped, plastic urine container. No preservative. Mix well before taking 5-mL aliquot. Sample is stable refrigerated for 4 days

Note:

1. 24-Hour volume is required on request form for processing.

2. Follow instructions in “Urine Collection” in “Special Instructions.”

Sample Stability Information:

Stable 2 days at room temperature;  10 days refrigerated