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Nor-metanephrine, HPLC, Urine 24 Hours
Also known as: Nor-Metanephrine - Free, Urine 24 Hrs
No special precautions
Sample Type
Blood
Recommended for
Male, Female
Report
Within 24 Hours
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Overview
Nor-metanephrine is a chemical substance found in the urine. It is produced when the body breaks down catecholamines, which are hormones produced by the adrenal glands. The test is mostly used to assess hypertension (high blood pressure) to find tumours that release catecholamines, like pheochromocytomas or paragangliomas. These tumours can overproduce catecholamines, including noradrenaline, and are thought to arise from the adrenal glands or specific types of nerve cells.
Nor-Metanephrine - Free, Urine 24 Hrs Price
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The Nor-Metanephrine - Free, Urine 24 Hrs Price in Mumbai is ₹ 2,545 .
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Frequently Asked Questions
This test measures the levels of nor-metanephrine in a 24-hour urine sample.
This test is mainly done to
- Evaluate hypertension.
- Detect certain tumours that secrete catecholamines.
- Diagnose and monitor the effectiveness of treatment for catecholamine-secreting tumours.
- Assess the risk of developing these tumours.
- Aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of other conditions that affect catecholamine levels.
Your doctor might recommend this test if you have
- Symptoms suggestive of hypertension or tumours that secrete catecholamines, such as high blood pressure, headaches, palpitations, or sweating.
- A family history or genetic risk factors for tumours that secrete catecholamines.
- Abnormal results from other tests that suggest the presence of tumours that secrete catecholamines.
- A previous diagnosis of tumours that secrete catecholamines.
Elevated levels of nor-metanephrine could indicate hypertension or the presence of tumours that secrete catecholamines.
During this test, you will be given a container to collect all your urine over a period of 24 hours. A 20 ml aliquot of the urine sample will be sent to the lab in refrigerated condition with relevant clinical history for testing.
To prepare for this test, remember the following:
- Collect a 24-hour urine sample as per the instructions provided by your healthcare provider.
- Avoid certain foods and beverages such as bananas, tea, coffee, cold drinks, and other substances as instructed by your doctor.
- Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking as they may interfere with the test results.
Please reach out to your healthcare provider for any specific requirements.
Other tests that may be ordered alongside the Nor-metanephrine, HPLC, Urine 24 Hours test include:
- Catecholamines Blood Test: This test measures the levels of catecholamines in the blood and is used to diagnose and monitor certain tumours and conditions affecting catecholamine production.
- Imaging Tests: Your doctor may order imaging tests such as CT scans or MRI to detect the presence of tumours that secrete catecholamines.
24-hour urine Nor-metanephrine test or 24-hour urine HPLC test
Catecholamine-secreting tumours are a type of tumour that produces excessive amounts of catecholamines such as adrenaline and noradrenaline. These tumours can cause symptoms such as high blood pressure (hypertension), headaches, and rapid heartbeat.
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