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Potassium, random urine
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | Yes |
| Test code | KU |
| Test group | Potassium |
| Performed by | Parnassus Chemistry |
| In House Availability | Test available 24 hours per day 7 days per week |
| Method | Ion Specific Electrode (ISE) |
| Container type | Urine cup |
| Amount to Collect | 20 mL urine |
| Sample type | Random urine |
| Preferred volume | 1 mL urine |
| Min. Volume | 0.2 mL urine |
| Units | mmol/L |
| Normal range | Varies with diet, typically > 20 mmol/d |
| Synonyms | K; K+; Urine electrolytes |
| Stability | Refrigerated 2 days |
| Turn around times | 4-18 hours |
| LOINC code | 2828-2 |
| Last Updated | 3/24/2013 7:59:03 PM |
| Entry Number | 1268 |
| Lab Procedure Link | Click here for Procedure |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667