Test Parameters (1)
- COPPER, 24 HOUR URINE
Home Collection
✗ Not Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of 24-hour Urine collected in an acid-washed (metal free) container kit available from LPL. Mix thoroughly. Transfer 10 mL aliquot to vial provided in kit. Measure 24 hour total volume and record on vial and test request form. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Use powderless gloves during specimen collection. If Barium containing contrast media has been administered, the specimen should not be collected for 96 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Outsourced test are being done from Dr. Lal Path Lab. Charges and reporting time is same as of Dr. Lal Path Labs.
If Barium containing contrast media has been administered, the specimen should not be collected for 96 hours.
This test is important for detecting and managing disorders of copper metabolism, especially Wilson’s disease.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
