Copper, Urine (Referred Out) - Saskatoon
Discipline
Biochemistry
Overview
Description
- Random or 24 hour urine collection are acceptable
Specimen Information
Specimen types accepted
- Urine
Specimen collection container
- Preferred collection container: 24 Hour Urine Jug
- Alternative collection container: Orange Sterile Wide Mouth Screw Cap Container (Metal-free)
Collection procedure
- Refer to 24 hour urine collection procedure
- Keep specimen cool during collection and after aliquotting
- If submitting aliquot of 24 hour urine, provide volume and dates and times of collection
Required volume
- Optimal volume: 10.0 mL
Rejection criteria
- Specimens received where the proper collection protocols were not followed
- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Acceptance and Rejection Criteria
Performance
Days/times performed
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Maximum laboratory time
- 10 day turnaround time by testing laboratory
Other information
- Avoid mineral supplements for 5 days prior to collection
Last Updated: October 18, 2024