Haem Pigments (Urine)

Department

Chemical Pathology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

UMYO

Test Code (Numeric Code)

0270

Laboratory Handling

Sample Stability

5 hours

Synonyms

Urine Myoglobin

Turnaround Time

2 hours

Available 24 hours

Specimen Type

  • Urine

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • BD Urine Tube (no additive)
  • Specimen Container
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

2

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Specimen Container
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

1

Last updated: 21/04/2026