Test Overview
Method
Chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA)
Analytical Platform
Liaison
Result Included
Renin
Specimen
Specimen Type
Gel-separator tubes are not acceptablePlasma (EDTA)
Volume
Sample Volume
2.5 mL
Minimum Volume
2.0 mL
Specimen Comment
Gel-separator tubes are not acceptable.
Pediatric
Volume
0.4 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen. Avoid refrigeration to eliminate cryoactivation of prorenin to renin.
Additional Information
The Aldosterone-Renin Ratio service is available at a different testing lab – refer to separate listing.
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Not frozen |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Reninng/LNormal salt diet (100 - 180 mmol/d):
Recumbent >6 h: 0.0 - 11.2
Upright >2 h: 6.1 - 22.9
Low salt diet (10 mmol/d for 4 d):
Recumbent >6 h: 6.8 - 27.1
Upright >2 h: 10.2 - 50.0
Upright 2 hours and diuretic: 13.7 - 93.4
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| REN | Renin | 20901 | ng/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2020-02-19