Test Code POT24 POTASSIUM 24 HOUR URINE

Methodology

Direct Potentiometry

Urinary potassium may be elevated with dietary increase, hyperaldosteronism, renal tubular acidosis, and at the onset of alkalosis.

Container/Tube: Plastic urine container

Specimen Volume: 5 mL from a well-mixed, 24-hour urine collection

Collection Instructions: No preservative. Refrigerate specimen during collection.

Note: 1. Starting and ending times of collection and total volume are required.

2. Follow instructions in “Urine Collection, 24-Hour” in Special Instructions.

Monday through Sunday

25-125 mmol/24 hours

Logan Health Medical Center-Chemistry

84133

Refrigerate