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Protein Creatinine Ratio - Spot/Random Urine

Alternate Names
UTP UCR, Protein Creatinine Ratio, Urine PCR
Laboratory
Biochemistry
MBS Number
66500
Specimen
Urine
Container
Sterile container
Additional Collection Instructions

Instructions for: Metropolitan and Regional Collections Staff

  • Before collection, confirm this is not a request for infectious PCR on a urine sample.
Minimum Adult Volume
None
Minimum Paediatric Volume
None
Reference Interval
Protein/Creatinine ratio Less than 0.03 g/mmol

Source: SOMANZ Guidelines for HT in Pregnancy 2014. 

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)

Test Code
UPCR
Container ID
CB, CBS, POT
Storage Instructions
Store at 4°C
Transport Instructions
Transport at 4°C
Laboratory Notes

Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Before coding, confirm this is not a request for infectious PCR on a urine sample.
  • 'PCR' may indicate Protein Creatinine Ratio or Molecular PCR.
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Heidelberg, VIC 3084
Phone:9496-3100
Fax: 03 9496 5803

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