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HelpTest Code LAB184 Creatinine Body Fluid
Clinical Information
This test has been validated in drainage, peritoneal/ascites, and pleural fluids.
Synonym
- FLCREA
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1mL
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 12 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Rejected Due To
- Unacceptable container type
- Sample received past listed stability
Interpretation
Peritoneal and drainage: Fluid creatinine concentrations that are greater than serum/plasma creatinine concentrations may imply intraperitoneal leakage of urine outside of the urinary tract.
Pleural: Pleural fluid creatinine to serum/plasma creatinine concentration ratio > 1 suggests urinothorax.
Method Description
Kinetic Jaffe
Test Classification
This test has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by the Critical Care Laboratory at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab UH
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Reporting Name
Creatinine Body Fluid
Report Available
Same day/1 day
CPT Code Information
82570
LOINC Code Information
12190-5