Microalbumin (Urine)

Pathology category

Biochemistry

Code

UMA

Referral code

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Test information

Used to assess renal protein excretion in diabetic patients

Please note the urine albumin:creatinine ratio calculation is not UKAS accredited. Quality control procedures are in place to verify the quality of results and are reviewed by a qualified Biomedical Scientist.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Haematuria unsuitable

Reference range

Urine Albumin:Creatinine ratio

Male <2.5 mg/mol

Female <3.5 mg/mol

Tube type

Tube type info

Urine Monovette (Yellow top)

Special requirements

Minimum volume

5 ml

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

48 hrs

TAT GP/Outpatient

48 hrs

Referral lab

Local, Clinical Biochemistry