Urine Porphyrins Test Price | Lahalak Platform
The most accurate test for acute porphyria attacks. This test measures porphyrin compounds in urine, helping doctors identify the cause of severe symptoms and initiate life-saving treatment immediately.
Scientific name: Urine Porphyrins Test
This is a quantitative and qualitative analysis that measures the levels of porphyrins and their biosimilar precursors, particularly porphobilinogen (PBG) and delta-aminolevulinic acid (ALA), in a 24-hour urine sample or a random urine sample. Elevated urinary PBG during an attack is a hallmark diagnostic marker for acute intermittent porphyria (AI...
Service type
Laboratory test (Urine)
Duration
5-10 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed chromatographic analysis to measure PBG, ALA, and porphyrins in a urine sample
- Consult a metabolic or internist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Collect a complete 24-hour urine sample in the special opaque container provided by the laboratory. (Follow the collection instructions precisely).
- The collection container must be stored in a cool, dark place (refrigerator) throughout the collection and transport period.
- The examination should ideally be performed during an acute attack or as soon as possible afterward. Avoid known triggers beforehand, if possible.
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