Urea Test

Description: <p>Measures urea levels in urine, a metabolic protein breakdown product, crucial for kidney and liver assessment.</p><h2>Why It's Performed:</h2><ul> <li>Evaluate kidney function</li> <li>Diagnose liver damage</li> <li>Monitor treatment effectiveness</li> <li>Assess protein balance</li></ul><h2>Why Get Tested:</h2><ul> <li>Include in routine check-ups</li> <li>Kidney monitoring</li> <li>Signs of kidney issues</li> <li>Elevated risk</li> <li>If you are undergoing dialysis</li> <li>To monitor the progress of treatment</li></ul>

How it works: <p>Since it’s a 24-hour urine test. Collect urine in a sterile container throughout the day, excluding the early morning sample. Wash hands and genitals before and after collection; the lab handles the rest.</p><h2>FAQs:</h2><ul> <li>Preparation: No special prep needed; limit protein intake before the test.</li> <li>Kidney Disease Symptoms: Watch for unexplained weight loss, decreased appetite, shortness of breath, swelling, frequent urination, cloudy urine, itching, and thirst.</li> <li>24-Hour Collection: Essential for an accurate daily average urea level and a comprehensive understanding of your health.</li> <li>Missed Collection: Inform the lab if you miss a urine collection; it can impact test validity.</li></ul><ol> <li>Book your lab test for a convenient home sample collection service.</li> <li>Expect a call from a lab representative to confirm and schedule your test at your preferred time.</li> <li>A certified professional will visit your location to assist you with the sample collection process.</li> <li>Once your samples are processed, you will receive an SMS with instructions to download your reports directly to your phone.</li></ol>

Pack / Variation: TEST