24-Hour Urine Zinc Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
Test measuring daily zinc excretion through the kidneys, helping diagnose causes of chronic deficiency of this vital mineral to ensure balance for immune support and growth.
Scientific name: 24-Hour Urine Zinc Test
This test measures the amount of zinc (Zn) element excreted in urine over a complete 24-hour period. This measurement primarily reflects the amount of zinc filtered from the blood through the kidneys and lost by the body. It is an important measurement for assessing zinc deficiency associated with excessive renal loss, or for assessing normal excre...
Service type
Laboratory test (24-hour urine)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed analysis to measure the amount of zinc in a 24-hour urine sample
- Consult a nutritionist, nephrologist, or endocrinologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, but you should maintain your usual diet unless otherwise instructed by your doctor.
- Avoid losing any urine during the 24-hour period required to collect an accurate sample.
- Keep the collection container in a cool place (refrigerated) during and after collection until it is delivered to the laboratory.
- Inform your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking, as some may affect the test results.
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