CALCIUM, RANDOM URINE
₹ 300| Test Name | CALCIUM, RANDOM URINE |
| Test Type | 10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of random Urine in 2 mL of 6N HCl to maintain pH below 3. |
| Report Delivery | SAME DAY |
| Test Include | |
| Price | ₹ 300 |
Know More about CALCIUM, RANDOM URINE
The calcium random urine test is used to measure the calcium level in a single urine collection. It helps a physician evaluate how your body handles calcium and whether you may be at risk of developing kidney stones, having problems with your bones or parathyroid glands. This is a helpful test that has little risk and is an important piece of the diagnosis and management of the health consequences of calcium levels in the body.
Process
- A clean urine collection is collected in a sterile container.
- The lab will analyze the sample for calcium.
- There is no discomfort or invasive procedure involved.
When to get tested
You may require this test if you are clinically symptomatic for kidney stones, you have abnormal calcium levels from blood tests, or you have a diagnosis of osteoporosis or disorders of the parathyroid. It is also used to monitor known issues with calcium metabolism.
Sample Type
A random (spot) urine collection is all that is required for this test.
Test Preparation
You will not typically need to prepare for this test. Your doctor may ask you to avoid calcium-rich food or supplements shortly before the test.
Understanding Your Results
If the results are normal, that means your body is processing calcium well. If the levels are high, it could indicate the risk of kidney stones or overreactive parathyroid glands. On the other hand, if the levels are low, it could indicate metabolic issues, or certain medications such as steroids, or diseases such as vitamin D deficiency. Your doctor would discuss with you the other potential tests or next steps after reviewing the results.
HOW DOES HOME SAMPLE COLLECTION WORK?
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SELECT YOUR
TEST -
SELECT HOME
COLLECTION OPTION -
SELECT TIME, DATE
& PAY ONLINE -
OUR COLLECTION
AGENT VISITS YOU -
TESTING DONE
AT LAB -
VIEW/DOWNLOAD
YOUR REPORT ONLINE
Avail home collection through an easy 6-stage process. Visit our website and select the prescribed test. Choose the Home Collection option. Select the time and date, then pay online or pay after availing our service. Our collection agent will visit you and take a sample, while following all the necessary precautions. We will perform the required tests at our state-of-our-art lab. Once the results arrive, you can view or download your report online. Taking a test couldn’t be easier or safer than at Ayushman Diagnostics.
