Iron, Urine (Referred Out) - RRPL
Discipline
Biochemistry
Overview
Description
- Test is also included in trace metal panels.
Specimen Information
Specimen types accepted
- Urine
Specimen collection container
- 24-hr urine container acid-washed or random urine collected in acid-washed container.
Collection procedure
- Place in polypropylene container.
- Record on requisition: collection date, total 24 hr volume if submitted or random urine.
Required volume
- 10-15 mL aliquot of 24 hr urine frozen or 10-15 mL of random urine.
Transport and stability
- Ambient 14 days
- Refrigerated 11 months
- Frozen 11 months
Performance
Days/times performed
- Referred out from RRPL to Toronto Monday and Wednesday
Last Updated: November 26, 2024