Test Code Albumin/Cr Ratio Albumin/Cr Ratio, Random, Urine
Performing Laboratory
NRL-Chemistry
Methodology
Turbidimetric
Includes creatinine and a calculated albumin/creatinine ratio.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Urine, random
Container/Tube: Plastic urine container
Specimen Volume: 10 mL
Collection Instructions: No preservative.
Reference Values
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends that an albumin/creatinine ratio be reported on all random urine specimens for microalbumin analysis. In accordance with ADA recommendations, the reference range for microalbumin analysis is:
MICROALBUMIN
0.0-29.9 mcg/mL
CREATININE
20-300 mg/dL
ALBUMIN/CREATININE RATIO
0.0-29.9 µg/mg
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
Routine-shift
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82043