24-Hour Urine Cortisol Test | Lahalak Platform
Measuring cortisol production over a full day to accurately diagnose adrenal gland disorders causing unexplained weight gain, stress, and mood swings.
Scientific name: 24-Hour Urine Cortisol Test
A cortisol in urine test, typically a 24-hour urine collection, is a quantitative measurement of the level of free cortisol excreted in the urine over a specific time period. This measurement reliably reflects average cortisol production over a 24-hour period, avoiding the natural fluctuations in blood cortisol levels that occur throughout the day....
Service type
Laboratory test (24h Urine)
Duration
24 hours (collection)
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate quantitative analysis to measure the level of free cortisol hormone in 24-hour urine.
- Consult an endocrinologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Blood fasting is not required, but urine collection instructions must be followed precisely.
- Strenuous physical activity and significant psychological stress should be avoided during the sample collection period.
- The urine collection container must be kept refrigerated throughout the collection and transport period to the laboratory.
- The doctor should be informed of all medications and dietary supplements being taken, as he may ask that some of them be stopped before the examination.
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