Additional information | |
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| Also known as | Serum Urea, S. Urea |
| Department | CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY |
| Speciality Name | UREA |
| Test type | Pathology |
| Report | 24 Hours |
No patient preparation is needed.
Urea is the end product of protein metabolism. It reflects on the functioning of the kidney in the body. Elevated levels are seen in pre-renal azotemia, renal disease, post-renal disease and reduced glomerular perfusion due to shock, dehydration, diarrhea etc. Decreased levels are seen in malnutrition, overhydration, liver disease etc.
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