- Test Name
- Phosphate, Urine
- Aliases
- IPU; PHOSU; UIPD
- Provincial Mnemonic
- PHOPU24H
- LOINC Test Code
- XNL00356-6
- Description and Primary Use
- Urinary phosphate excretion should be interpreted in conjunction with serum phosphate levels for evaluation of hypophosphatemia and hyperphosphatemia. Phosphate in urine can contribute to calcium stone formation.
- Reorder interval
- Not yet defined
- TAT
- ≤3 Days
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
24 hour urine collection.
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
Timed urine specimens: Refrigerate collection container during the collection. 24hr urine sample must be acidified with 25mL of 6N HCI (0.1 ml to 10ml of urine). Store at +2°C to +8°C upon delivery to the lab.
- Criteria for Rejection
Based on specimen condition and stability
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 4 Laboratory (HSC only)
- Last Updated
- 11-Sep-19