CREATININE CLEARANCE

Synonyms:
Computer Code: (UCRCL)
Specimen Collection: 24 hour urine collection in plain bottle and serum/plasma specimen with creatinine request.
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL urine; 0.5 mL blood
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Urine: Refrigerate. Record total volume and collection period (hrs) on requisition. Send 50 mL aliquot. Serum/Plasma: centrifuge for 20 minutes and refrigerate. Serum must be removed from red top tube.
Reference Values: MALE: 85-125 mL/MIN FEMALE: 75-115 mL/MIN
Lab Code: Chemistry
Requisition: C/H
Test Frequency: Daily
Routine TAT: 4 hrs
Stat TAT: 2 hrs
CPT Code(s): 82575
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII