

| Collect | Screw Cap Container | |
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| Also Acceptable | 24 Hour Urine (refrigerate during collection) | |
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| Unacceptable | Room temperature specimens | |
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| Transport | Frozen | |
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| Minimum Volume | 4mL | |
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| Remarks | CRITICAL FROZEN. Sample must be frozen within 24hrs. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. 24 hr samples must be mixed, poured off, and frozen immediately at collection completion. | |
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| Notes | STABILITY:Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: 6 months | |
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83088
*The CPT codes provided are based on the AMA guidelines and for informational purposes
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