beta-2 microglobulin in 24 hour urine

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Reference interval

Clinical significance

  • urine values may be useful for assessment of renal clearance if urine is alkalinized to prevent degradation

Specimen

  • urine 24 hour
  • centrifuge, adjust to pH 7.0, analyze fresh,
  • stable frozen at -20 degrees C for up to 1 year

Interferences

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References

  1. Clinical Guide to Laboratory Tests, 3rd edition, NW Tietz ed, WB Saunders, Philadelphia, 1995