Zinc, 24 Hour Urine Test and Its Price in India

Zinc is the requisite element that helps in the healing of the wound, the development of the baby in the womb, and the proper functioning of the immune system. The deficiency of zinc in the body causes hair loss, diarrhea, irritation, appetite loss, impotency, unexplained loss of weight, etc. The excessive amount of zinc absorption manifests zinc toxicity.

Zinc, 24-hour urine test is to detect the root cause of abnormal serum zinc concentration.

Why is ZINC, 24-Hour Urine Test Done?

>>The doctor may request zinc, a 24hour urine test for the following reasons
>>Find out the reasons for an abnormal concentration of serum zinc.

When the body manifests indications of zinc toxicity such as

• Fatigue
• Drowsiness
• Vomiting
• Nausea

When the body manifests symptoms of zinc deficiency such as

>>Hair Loss
>>Disturbed immune system
>>Skin inflammation
>>Poor healing of the wound

Preparation

• Don’t consume freshwater fish or sea fish 3 days before the collection of samples
• Give urine sample only after 96 hours, if you are administrated with Iodine contrast medium or Gadolinium

Sample Type Required

>>10 ml of 24-Hours Urine Sample

Conclusion

No doubt zinc is a necessary element in the body for the immune system, fetus development, healing, and many more. But an abnormal amount of zinc is it excessive amount or deficiency can cause different health conditions. To know about the reasons for serum zinc levels and preventive treatment of zinc toxicity, ZINC, 24 Hour Urine is an ideal test.

Book your Zinc, 24 Hour Urine test at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre for accurate diagnosis.