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COPPER, URINE 24 HOUR
Wilson's Disease
Cu
Cu, Urine
COPPU
COPPER, URINE 24 HR
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Test Overview
Atomic Absorption (Graphite Furnace)
Evaluate disorders of copper metabolism, such as Wilson's Disease.
<55 mcg/24 hr
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Collect 24 hour urine in a clean, plastic container with no metal cap or glued insert and no preservative. Refrigerate during collection. Record 24 hr urine volume and collection dates/times on the request form. Transport immediately to Central Distribution.
Collect 24 hour urine in a clean, plastic container with no metal cap or glued insert and no preservative. Aliquot urine into a clean, plastic container with no metal cap or glued insert and refrigerate within 4 hours of completion of collection. Record 24 hour urine volume and collection dates/times on the request form.