Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
UK
Test Code (Numeric Code)
0201
Laboratory Handling
Test Adds Requirement
2 mL Urine (Random) or 24hr Urine sample required.
Sample Stability
Recommended to analyse within 2 hours of collection.
Synonyms
Urine K+
Urine Potassium
Turnaround Time
3 hours
Specimen Type
- 24hr Urine
- Urine
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- BD Urine Tube (no additive)
Acceptable
- 24hr Urine Container
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
2
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- BD Urine Tube (no additive)
Acceptable
- 24hr Urine Container
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
2
Last updated: 21/08/2026