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HelpOrder Code RAT10 Citrate/Creatinine Ratio, Urine
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see CITRA / Citrate Excretion, Random, Urine.
Useful For
Calculating the citrate concentration per creatinine
Diagnosing risk factors for patients with calcium kidney stones
Monitoring results of therapy in patients with calcium stones or renal tubular acidosis
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see CITRA / Citrate Excretion, Random, Urine.
Calculation
Reporting Name
Citrate/Creatinine RatioSpecimen Type
UrineSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see CITRA / Citrate Excretion, Random, Urine.
No established reference values
Method Description
This test calculates the citrate concentration per creatinine. This calculation is performed in the Laboratory Information system, SCC Soft.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
82507