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Test Details

Citrate Level 24-Hour Urine

General Info:

Description:

The Citrate Level 24-hour Urine test quantifies citrate in a 24-hour urine sample, crucial for preventing kidney stones by binding with calcium. Low levels, influenced by metabolic acidosis or hypokalemia, elevate stone risk. Results aid in monitoring treatment for calcium stones or renal tubular acidosis.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Urine

Container Type: 

Urine 24 hour container

Volume: 

24 hours urine collection

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

Freeze at -20°C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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