SODIUM, 24 HOUR URINE
₹ 200| Test Name | SODIUM, 24 HOUR URINE |
| Test Type | Urine |
| Report Delivery | SAME DAY |
| Test Include | |
| Price | ₹ 200 |
Know More about SODIUM, 24 HOUR URINE
The Sodium 24-Hour Urine Test evaluates total sodium excretion in urine over a 24-hour period. Sodium tests gauge kidney function, sodium homeostasis, or other health problems related to sodium levels, including chronic dehydration, high blood pressure, or kidney disease.
Process
- Collect all urine over a 24-hour time frame in a large sterile container.
- Start collecting urine after emptying your bladder in the morning, so the first urine collection is discarded.
- Keep the urine in the refrigerator while you are collecting the sample, and give the sample to the technician.
When to Get Tested
If you have abnormal blood sodium levels, symptoms of fluid imbalance (e.g., swelling, dehydration), or if you are being treated for kidney, heart, or liver issues, then this test is appropriate for you.
Sample Type
You need to have a 24-hour urine sample in a sterile container and use one provided by your healthcare provider.
Test Preparation
Typically, there is no special preparation needed. Always follow your doctor's instructions when taking a test, and make sure to report any medications you are taking during this process.
Understanding Your Results
High/low sodium levels in urine levels can be due to dehydration, kidney problems, or a high salt diet. Your doctor will interpret the results collectively with blood tests and your symptoms before suggesting further action if necessary.
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.
