Urine Pyridinoline and Deoxypyridinoline

Test/Investigation

Urine Pyridinoline and Deoxypyridinoline

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

SAAS for Calcium and Bone Metabolism

Units

nmol/mmol creatinine

Also Known as/Frequency of Test

DPD/PYD, Combined Urine Pyridinoline (PYD) and Deoxypyridinoline (DPD)

Comments/Precautions

Please contact the lab before sending.

Storage conditions and sample stability between collection and transport to Lab

Sample MUST be protected from UV light – wrapped in foil or transported in a dark container. Send at RT

Sample type

Random urine, second void of the day (10 ml minimum)

Turnaround times (TAT) Urgent/Routine/GP or OPD

6-8 weeks

Reference intervals (adult unless stated)

Contact the laboratory for information