24-Hour Urine 17-Ketosteroids

17-ketosteroids are produced when the body breaks down androgens (male steroid sex hormones) and other hormones released by the adrenal glands (male and female) and testes (male). It is possible to gain insight into the sickness a patient may be suffering from by seeing an abnormal spike or decline in these 17-Ketosteroids in the urine.

Why done? 

This test is done to assess:

1. To detect Ovarian Cancer and Testicular Cancer.
2. To evaluate Kidney Damage.
3. To evaluate and monitor the adrenal gland tumours.

17 ketosteroids test procedure: 

Here's how the 17-ketosteroids test procedure works: 

• On the first day, urinate into a toilet as soon as you get out of bed. Eliminate the first sample.
• Pour the next 24 hours' urine into a separate container.
• On day two, urinate into the designated container as soon as you get out of bed.
• Then, return the container to the lab as quickly as possible.

How does one prepare for the test?  

These medicines may impact test results:

• Antibiotics
• Aspirin
• Birth control pills
• water pills
• Estrogen

Note: Consult with your healthcare practitioner before discontinuing or changing any medications you are taking.

Required documents for 24-Hour Urine 17-Ketosteroids: 

• Doctor prescription.

After care: 

After a 17-ketosteroids 24-hour urine test, there is no special type of treatment required.

Cost of 24-Hour Urine 17-Ketosteroids in Delhi: 

The 17-ketosteroids 24-hour urine test price varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.