Specimen Requirements
Title
METANEPHRINES, FRACTIONATED, URINE 24HR
Specimen Requirement
24 hour collection
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Methodology
Stability
Reference Range
By Report*
Turnaround
4-6 days Setup Mon, Wed, Fri
Clinical Use
Evaluate the presence of abnormal catecholamine production, diagnose pheochromocytoma, neuroblastoma and ganglioneuroblastoma. Slightly elevated concentrations of urinary metanephrines (900-1300 ug/24 hr) are usually associated with essential hypertension, intense physical activity, emotional and physical stress, drug interferences and improper specimen collection. Higher concentrations (greater than 1300 ug/24 hr) are suggestive of pheochromocytoma.
Test Code
24MW