Copper, Urine 24 Hour
Test Mnemonic
UCOPD
CPT Codes
- 82525 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
21219-1
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
FDA Category
Laboratory Developed Test
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mL | Urine, 24-hour (well-mixed) | Clean container | Refrigerate during collection. | Refrigerated | Do not allow specimen to come into contact with metal or rubber. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 30 Days |
| Refrigerated | 30 Days |
| Frozen | 30 Days |
Days Performed
Wed
Turnaround Time
1 - 8 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Inductively Coupled Plasma / Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Indicate total volume on requisition.
Clinical Info
Confirmation of Wilson's Disease, copper toxicology Urine copper results >100ug/24h may be indicative of Wilson's Disease.