Indicate collection time period on the card.
The total volume collected must be measured, recorded, and included with the test request.
Aliquot from a well-mixed 24 hr urine collected without preservative.
If multiple tests are needed on the urine collection, acceptable alternate preservatives include 7 g sulfamic acid, 20 mL 6N HCl, 25 mL 33% acetic acid, 10 g boric acid, or 5 g sodium carbonate.