Albumin, Random Urine without Creatinine
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Urine
Requires fasting: No
Sample collection required at Quest Diagnostics location
Details
This test checks for albumin (a type of protein) in urine, which can indicate early signs of kidney disease. It's especially important for people with diabetes to monitor for any kidney damage.
- Albumin, Urine
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Details
Albumin, Random Urine without Creatinine - This test checks for albumin (a type of protein) in your urine, which can indicate early signs of kidney disease. It's especially important for people with diabetes to monitor for any kidney damage.
What patients is this test right for?
This test is crucial for individuals with diabetes as it helps in early detection of kidney problems, known as nephropathy, before they become more serious.
What type of sample is required for this test?
5 mL of random urine sample is needed. No preservative should be added to the sample.
Test Resources
http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ115
http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ115
2–5 business days
Collection Options with Fullscript
Sample collection requires a test kit that can be picked up at a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics collection guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 5 mL random urine - no preservative
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 2 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Preservative-free urine collection container
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 7 days
- Refrigerated: 14 days
- Frozen: 6 months
- Reject Criteria:
- Acid preserved urine
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
