This test is used in the evaluation of liver function and biliary tract obstruction. It may also be useful in Neonatal jaundice to differentiate between Hemolytic anemia and biliary tract obstruction/atresia.
10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of 24 hour urine without preservative, in a dark coloured container. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Keep specimen refrigerated during collection and protect from light.
Dipstick
Daily
This test is used in the evaluation of liver function and biliary tract obstruction. It may also be useful in Neonatal jaundice to differentiate between Hemolytic anemia and biliary tract obstruction atresia.
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Keep specimen refrigerated during collection and protect from light.