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HelpTest ID PBCU Lead/Creatinine Ratio, Urine
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of profile. For more information see:
-PBUCR / Lead/Creatinine Ratio, Random, Urine
-HMUCR / Heavy Metal/Creatinine Ratio, with Reflex, Random, Urine
Secondary ID
608904Useful For
Detecting clinically significant lead exposure using random urine specimens
This test is not a substitute for blood lead screening.
Special Instructions
Specimen Type
UrineSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Ambient | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Only orderable as part of profile. For more information see:
-PBUCR / Lead/Creatinine Ratio, Random, Urine
-HMUCR / Heavy Metal/Creatinine Ratio, with Reflex, Random, Urine
0-17 years: Not established
≥18 years: <2 mcg/g creatinine
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysCPT Code Information
83655