17-Hydroxycorticosteroids Test | Lahalak Platform
Accurate urine hormone level testing to assess cortisol production, helping diagnose pituitary and adrenal gland disorders and their impact on body energy.
Scientific name: 17-Hydroxycorticosteroids (17-OHCS) Test
17-Hydroxycorticosteroid (17-OHCS) analysis is a quantitative measurement of a group of steroid hormone metabolites containing a hydroxyl group at carbon 17, typically performed on a 24-hour urine sample. This group primarily includes cortisol metabolites (corticosteroid sugar hormones) and androgen precursor metabolites (such as 11-deoxycortisol)....
Service type
Hormonal Test (24-hour Urine)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed analysis of the level of 17-Hydroxycorticosteroids (17-OHCS) in a 24-hour pooled urine sample.
- Consult an endocrinologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Accurate 24-hour urine collection: This is the essential and most important requirement. Collection usually begins by emptying the bladder first thing in the morning (e.g., at 8 a.m.) without saving this sample. All urine samples collected over the next 24 hours are then collected in the designated container provided by the laboratory, including the first urine sample the following morning at the same time (e.g., 8 a.m.). The container must be kept refrigerated during the collection period.
- Fasting is not required for blood collection, but a normal diet should be followed and strenuous physical exertion should be avoided during the sample collection period.
- Inform your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking, as many can affect the results. Your doctor may ask you to stop taking certain medications before the test.
- Avoid consuming alcohol during the sample collection period.
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