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Health Lab Test Code Build Information
Test Name:	MYOGLOBIN, URINE
Test Code:	2198079
Alias:	LAB412
CPT Code(s):	83874
Preferred Specimen:	4.0 mL random urine submitted in a Myoglobin transport tube
Container:	Myoglobin transport tube
Minimum Volume:	4.0 mL urine
Collection Instructions:	Add exactly 4 mL random urine to a myoglobin transport tube within one hour of collection. Freeze and ship frozen. Transport tube, product #177447, is available through Client Supply. Exactly 4 mL of urine in the myoglobin transport tube is required to achieve the required pH of >8.0. More than 4 mL of urine will lower the pH outside acceptable range.
Transport Temperature:	Frozen
Stability:	Room temperature: unacceptable Refrigerated: 72 hours Frozen: 72 hours
Rejection Criteria:	Received in a non-Myoglobin transport tube Specimen received past stability pH <8.0 Timed urine More than 4 mL urine in Myoglobin transport tube Received room temperature
Limitations:	This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Additional Information:	Note: Myoglobin in urine is very unstable unless the pH is between 8.0 and 9.0. Collect and ship specimens Monday-Thursday only.
Schedule:	Set up: Mon-Sat 10:00 a.m.; Report available: 2-3 days
Method:	Nephelometry
Performing Lab:	Quest Diagnostics, Valencia; #661
Clinical Significance:	The breakdown of skeletal muscle (rhabdomyolysis) releases myoglobin. Very high concentrations of myoglobin may increase the risk of acute renal failure.
Use:	Updated 03/20/2024
Reference Ranges:	<28 mcg/L

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