Microalbumin (Includes Urine Creatinine), Urine


Test Name
Microalbumin (Includes Urine Creatinine), Urine
Test Code
UALB (for random); UALE (for timed)
Specimen Type

Random or Timed Urine Albumin Excretion Rate (AER) MUST be timed

Collect specimen in a PLAIN container

Minimum Volume
5 mL
Comments

Note: a TIMED urine is the best collection for this test, usually overnight (8-12 hours) or 24 hours. Some clinicians will require a series of collections, eg 3 over different days. An accurate urine collection time, in hours, must be recorded. LAB NOTES Separate aliquot for Urine Creatinine - send to Core Lab RCH for testing

Assay Performed
Complex Biochemistry
RCH
9345 4200
Laboratory Hours: 0830 - 1700 Monday to Friday, (excluding Pub Hol)
After Hours: Week end / Pub Hol - Scientist on call 0800 to 2000hr
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Assay Frequency

Monday