Urine chemistry

For this test, a clean catch (midstream) urine sample is needed. Some tests require that you collect all of your urine for 24 hours. Your health care provider will order certain tests, which will be done on the urine sample in a lab.

For detailed information about how to prepare for the test, how the test will feel, risks with the test, and normal and abnormal values, please see the test your provider ordered: 24-hour urinary aldosterone excretion rate 24-hour urine protein Acid loading test (pH) Adrenalin - urine test Amylase - urine Bilirubin -…

Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Some labs use different measurements or test different samples. Talk to your provider about the meaning of your specific test results.

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