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Copper (Urine - Timed)
Alternate Names
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Cu, 24 Hour Urine Copper, Copper 24hr Output Urine |
Test Code
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U24COP |
Testing Laboratory
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Biochemistry |
Specimen Type
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Urine - Timed |
Container Type
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24 Hour Urine - Nitric Acid Washed Bucket (To obtain please contact 03 9496 3100) |
Medicare Rebate
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Yes |
Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
Ordering Information
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A creatinine excretion test is performed on 24 hour urine collections in order to confirm the adequacy of the collection. |
Collection Instructions
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Collect urine directly into a new NITRIC ACID WASHED CONTAINER available from the laboratory or Specimen Collection. Please note the time and date of the start and of the end of collection. |
Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
Testing Frequency
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Weekly |
Min Test Volume
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2mL |
Add On Test Suitability
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This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection. |
Container ID
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UAW |
CSR Instructions
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Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions
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Laboratory Instructions
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None |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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