| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Pre-Test Information | No Special Preparation Required. |
| Report Delivery | Daily |
| Topic | Details | ||||||
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| Specimen: | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. | ||||||
| Stability: |
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| Method: | Urease UV | ||||||
| Report: | Daily | ||||||
| Usage: | 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. | ||||||
| Doctor Specialty: | Nephrologist, Physician | ||||||
| Disease: | Disorders of Kidney | ||||||
| Home Collection: | Available | ||||||
| Pre Test Information: | No special preparation required. |
