PORPHOBILINOGEN, 24 HR URINE

Synonyms: PBG, Quantitative; Quantitative Porphobilinogen
Computer Code: (RPOBQ)
Specimen Collection: 24 hr urine (Acetic Acid bottle). Refrigerate during collection. Protect from light. Plain bottle acceptable.
Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Freeze 10 mL aliquot. Protect from light. Min 1 mL urine.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 7 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 84110
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII