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Test Details

24-Hour Urine Calcium

General Info:

Description:

A 24-hour urine calcium test plays a crucial role in recognizing certain patients with osteoporosis who form kidney stones. This test has been part of the standard diagnostic evaluation by healthcare professionals for patients suspected of primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT). Furthermore, monitor patients on Vitamin D and calcium treatment.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Urine

Container Type: 

Urine 24 hour container

Volume: 

50

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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