1187. Sodium (daily urine)
Important information
*For testing, the brougt-in biomaterial is taken
*For testing, urine is collected during the day (24 h)
*The test may be taken in all lab centers except Chernivtsi
Description
Sodium is a vital trace mineral that is present in body fluids and regulates the volume of fluid in the extracellular space.
Determination of sodium levels in daily urine allows you to assess the water-salt balance, to determine the functional activity of the kidneys, in combination with other laboratory tests and instrumental research methods, it allows you to diagnose diseases of the kidneys and adrenal glands, the cardiovascular system.
When and who needs the test?
- if sodium in the blood is lowered or increased – to determine the cause of the violation that has arisen – insufficient / excess intake or release of the element;
- for differential diagnosis of diseases accompanied by disorders of water-electrolyte and acid-base balance.
Biological material
- Urine
Preparing for urinalysis
RULES FOR COLLECTING BIOMATERIAL
A spontaneous morning urine sample is used.
- Collect urine for 24 hours, maintaining a normal drinking regime.
- After waking up in the morning, empty your bladder (this portion of urine is poured into the toilet).
- All subsequent urine for testing should be collected within...
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