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Chloride, 24 Hours Urine Collection

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A 24-hour urine chloride test measures the amount of chloride excreted daily. All urine produced over a 24-hour period is collected in a special container and usually refrigerated to prevent changes in concentration. This test provides a more accurate picture than a single sample because it is affected by food and drink. It is used to assess kidney function, electrolyte and fluid balance, and to diagnose certain sodium or chloride disorders, as well as glandular and kidney problems.

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Chloride, 24 Hours Urine Collection

Test Code: MTC00251

A 24-hour urine collection measures the amount of chloride excreted by the body over a 24-hour period and is used to assess kidney function and electrolyte balance.
All urine is collected over a 24-hour period and then sent to a laboratory for analysis to determine the total chloride concentration.

Sample Type

Urine

Preparation

No special preparation is required.

TAT Turnaround time (TAT)

Within 24 Hours

15.

000

KWD

Home Visit Service

+ Home visit fee per region

15.

000

KWD

Home Visit Service

+ Home visit fee per region

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If you have kidney problems, electrolyte imbalances, high or low sodium or chloride levels in your blood, or symptoms related to the urinary tract, your doctor may recommend this test.

This test measures the amount of chloride your body excretes in your urine over a 24-hour period to assess kidney function and electrolyte and fluid balance.

Symptoms that may indicate an electrolyte imbalance include excessive thirst, swelling, muscle weakness, cramps, high or low blood pressure, or gastrointestinal disturbances.

Collect all urine for the entire 24-hour period using a clean, dedicated container. Keep the sample refrigerated. Avoid certain medications if advised by your doctor.

Begin the morning by emptying your bladder and do not collect the first urine. Record the time you started. Eat and drink as usual unless your doctor tells you otherwise.

Return all urine to the lab within the specified time. Consult your doctor for results and interpretation. Don't be alarmed by minor changes in your urine during collection.

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