24-Hour Urine Catecholamines | Lahalak Platform
Measuring stress hormones in a 24-hour urine collection to diagnose adrenal tumors causing sudden high blood pressure, headaches, and excessive sweating.
Scientific name: 24-Hour Urine Catecholamines Test
The 24-hour urine catecholamine test is a quantitative analysis that measures the excretion of three key hormones (epinephrine (adrenaline), norepinephrine (noradrenaline), and dopamine) and their major metabolites (such as metanephrine) in urine collected over a full day. This measurement reflects the total production of these hormones and is a ke...
Service type
Laboratory test (24h Urine)
Duration
24 hours (collection)
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed quantitative analysis of catecholamine hormones (adrenaline, noradrenaline, dopamine) and their metabolites in 24-hour urine.
- Consult an endocrinologist or internist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, but dietary and drug combination instructions must be followed precisely (see FAQs).
- Urine is collected in a large, special container that is pre-filled with an acid (usually hydrochloric acid) to maintain hormone stability, and must be handled with care.
- The container must be kept refrigerated throughout the collection and transport period.
- Strenuous physical exertion and emotional stress should be avoided during the sample collection period if possible.
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