Test ID RATO2 Protein/Creatinine, Random, Urine
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see ORTHP / Orthostatic Proteinuria, Random, Urine.
Reporting Name
Protein/Creatinine RatioSpecimen Type
UrineSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Report Available
Same day/1 dayPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| RATO2 | Protein/Creatinine Ratio | 2890-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| RATO2 | Protein/Creatinine Ratio | 2890-2 |
Useful For
Calculation of total protein concentration per creatinine concentration
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see ORTHP / Orthostatic Proteinuria, Random, Urine.
≥18 years: <0.18 mg/mg creatinine
Reference values have not been established for patients younger than 18 years of age.
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see ORTHP / Orthostatic Proteinuria, Random, Urine.
Calculation