Osmolarity (24 Urine)

Test information: Urine osmolality is useful in diagnosing renal disorders of urinary concentration and dilution and in assessing status of hydration

Specimen Type(s)

• Urine;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Plain Universal;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Plain Universal;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

1ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Send with a paired blood sample. 24 hour urine containers can be ordered through Clinical chemistry, contact us on 01872 252540 or via ICE mail or rch-tr.biochem@nhs.net to request a container, a patient information leaflet will also be included.

Maximum add on time

Within 4 hours

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

mosm/Kg

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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