Pathology tests database

Sample and container requirements

Plain Spot Urine Plain 24 hr Urine

Minimum volume required

Special requirements

Acidify urine in the laboratory (24hr urine acidified by adding 400 uL of 3M HCL)

Patient preparation

None

Sample viability

Turnaround time

7 days

Reference range

2.50 – 7.50 mmol/24 hr (Source: Pathology Harmony Recommendations)

Clinical guidance

Please refer to LabTestsOnlineUK to learn more about urine calcium. https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/calcium-test

Notes