24 Hrs Urinary Phosphorus
Additional information | |
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| Also known as | 24 hour urine P |
| Department | CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY |
| Speciality Name | 24 Hrs Urinary Phosphorus |
| Test type | Pathology |
| Report | 24 Hours |
Preparation
24 Hrs Urinary Phosphorus required.
1. On day 1, urinate into the toilet when you get up in the morning.
2. Afterwards, collect all urine in the container provided for the next 24 hours.
3. On day 2, urinate into the container when you get up in the morning.
4. Cap the container. Keep it in the refrigerator or a cool place during the collection period.
5. Label the container with your name, the date, the time of completion, and return it as instructed.
Note: A number of medicines can change the test results. You may be required to stop taking any medicines that may interfere with the test results.
Overview
A Phosphorus Urine Test, 24-Hour is used to evaluate calcium/phosphorus balance. Urinary phosphorus concentration is useful to assess phosphorus balance. Thyroid and kidneys are key organs whose function influences urinary excretion. This test is also used to identify phosphorus as a possible cause of kidney stones. Many other medical conditions affect urinary phosphorus levels. High urine phosphate levels may be caused by kidney diseases, an overactive parathyroid gland, an too much vitamin D in the body. Low urine phosphate levels may be caused by an underactive parathyroid gland, kidney or liver diseases and malnutrition.
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