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CATECHOLAMINES FCTU 24 HOUR URINE (FCU)
Department: Esoteric ChemistryTest Synonym(s): FCU, Epinephrine, Norepinephrine, Dopamine
Test Components: Epinephrine, Norepinephrine and Dopamine
CPT Codes: 82384
Methodology: HPLC
Reference Range: Epinephrine: 0-25 ug/24 hour, Norepinephrine: 0 - 90 ug/24 hour, Dopamine: Investigational only
Tube Type: 24 hour urine container - Pink tag / HCL
Specimen: 24 hour urine
Alternate Specimen: Random urine collection
Pediatric Requirements: 5 mL
Volume: Total 24 hr collection
Minimum Volume: 5 mL
Temperature: Refrigerated
Stability: Refrigerated: 1 week
Reasons for Rejection: QNS
Days Performed: Wednesday and Friday
Times Performed: 8:00 a.m.
TAT: 5 days
Special Instructions: For container call 615-343-9058. Note collection start and stop times. Total volume is required.
Click here to print the 24 Hour Urine Collection Guide.
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