Test Overview
Method
High resolution sector field inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (HR-SF-ICP-MS)
Result Included
Creatinine (mg/L); Creatinine (mmol/L); Aluminum (µg/g creatinine); Aluminum (µmol/creatinine)
Specimen
Specimen Type
Urine (Random)Volume
Sample Volume
10.0 mL
Minimum Volume
5.0 mL
Patient Preparation
Avoid mineral supplements for 5 days prior to collection. Avoid fruit juices and teafor 24 hours prior to collection.Antacids containing aluminum can greatly elevate urine aluminum output.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in metal-free container.
Handling Information
Transfer in metal-free container.
Additional Information
Provide date of birth and gender. Indicate “Random”.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 14 days | 11 months | 11 months |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Aluminumµg/g Cre<= 16
-
Aluminumµmol/mol Cre<= 67
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALURU | Aluminum,U,umol/mol creatinine | 33026 | umol/mol creatinine |
| Aluminum,U,ug/g creatinine | 33029 | ug/g creatinine | |
| Creatinine,U,mg/L | 33012 | mg/L | |
| Creatinine,U,mmol/L | 33008 | mmol/L | |
| Trace Elements Reference Ranges | 34500 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-07-19