How to Collect a Urine Sample:

1. Clean Catch Method (Midstream Urine):

   • Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
   • Clean the genital area with a provided antiseptic wipe.
   • Begin urinating into the toilet, then collect a midstream sample in the sterile container, ensuring the container does not touch your skin.
   • Finish urinating into the toilet.

2. 24-Hour Urine Collection:

   • This method collects all urine over a 24-hour period to help evaluate kidney function and other metabolic processes.
   • Discard the first urine sample in the morning, then collect all urine throughout the day, including the first urine the following morning.

3. Labeling and Storage:

   • Clearly label the sample container with your name, date, and time of collection.
   • If not delivered immediately, store the sample in a cool place, usually in a refrigerator, until it can be submitted to the lab.