Which of the following would you include in patient instruction about collecting a 24-hour urine specimen?
A) Tell the patient to collect all urine starting with the first voided specimen
B) Encourage the patient to use a bedpan
C) Explain to the patient that the small collection container must not be washed between uses
D) Instruct the patient to keep the specimen covered and in the refrigerator throughout the test
E) Return the sample to the office or deliver it to the laboratory within 1 week of collection

Question

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The urine specimen should be kept covered and refrigerated to prevent bacterial growth and preserve the sample's integrity during the 24-hour collection period.

Which of the Following Would You Include in Patient Instruction