The patient must drink a large quantity of water with the sample (at least 500mL).
The patient must be physically active after drinking the water; they should walk, climb stairs, jump, etc., until they feel the need to urinate.
Appointment Required
-
Turnaround time
3
Specimen requirements
Type of sample
Urine or 24-hour urine
Container
Sterile urine container / 24-hour urine container
Technical instructions
The bladder must be completely emptied and all urine collected. A 24-hour urine container can be used.