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HelpTest ID RAT10 Citrate/Creatinine Ratio, Urine
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see CITRA / Citrate Excretion, Random, Urine.
Useful For
Calculating the citrate concentration per creatinine
Diagnosing risk factors for patients with calcium kidney stones
Monitoring results of therapy in patients with calcium stones or renal tubular acidosis
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see CITRA / Citrate Excretion, Random, Urine.
Calculation
Reporting Name
Citrate/Creatinine RatioSpecimen Type
UrineSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see CITRA / Citrate Excretion, Random, Urine.
No established reference values
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
Same day/1 dayPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
Not ApplicableCPT Code Information
82507
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| RAT10 | Citrate/Creatinine Ratio | 13722-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| RAT10 | Citrate/Creatinine Ratio | 13722-4 |