Bglobulinurelphmcnc
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 9744-4
- Short code
- UBGLB
- Synonyms
- B-Globulin Ur Elph-mCnc
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- urine
- Container
- Sterile, preservative-free urine collection container; for 24-hour collections, use a sterile 24-hour urine container without preservatives or with appropriate stabilizing agent per laboratory protocol
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 0
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- ≥ 0 years
- Method
- electrophoresis
- CPT
- 84166
- SNOMED
- 104343007
- Specimen volume
- Minimum 10 mL random urine; for 24-hour collection, complete 24-hour volume (typically 1-3 liters) with adequate mixing before aliquoting
- Stability
- Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated (2-8°C): 7 days; Frozen (-20°C or below): 30 days. For electrophoresis, refrigerate promptly and analyze within 7 days or freeze for longer storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
- Hemolysis max
- 0
- Lipemia max
- 0
- Icterus max
- 0
- TAT
- 24–72 hours
- Order
- routine
Reference range
Beta globulin in urine is normally present in trace amounts. Interpretation is based on the urine protein electrophoresis pattern; beta globulin fraction typically comprises <10% of total urinary protein in healthy individuals. Results should be interpreted alongside total urine protein, urine protein/creatinine ratio, and the complete electrophoretic pattern. A 24-hour collection quantification is recommended for accurate assessment of beta globulin excretion.N/A
No fasting required. Patient should maintain normal hydration prior to collection. First morning void is preferred for random urine samples, though 24-hour collections may be requested for quantification. Patients should avoid strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours prior to collection as exercise can transiently increase urinary protein excretion. Inform the laboratory of any current medications including diuretics, ACE inhibitors, NSAIDs, and recent contrast administration.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy