Metanephrines, 24 Hour Urine - Book Test at Low Cost

This meta nephrine urine test determines the number of metanephrines in your urine that your body produces over 24 hours by analyzing your urine samples.

It's created when your body breaks down catecholamines, chemicals that promote dopamine release. Catecholamines help the body cope with stress.

Why done? 

Pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma are rare tumors that release extra metanephrines, and urine metanephrines testing is used to detect or rule out the presence of these tumors.

The following are some of the symptoms of pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma:

• High blood pressure
• Paleness
• Headaches
• Sweating
• Heart palpitations
• Tremors

How does one prepare for the test? 

The body's levels of metanephrine and catecholamines might rise due to certain medicines, diets, and medical situations No liquids or food, including:

• Antidepressants
• Physical or emotional stress
• Caffeine
• Bananas
• Alcohol

Note: Consult your doctor before stopping or altering any drugs.

Procedure for Metanephrines, 24 Hour Urine: 

• On day 1, urinate into the toilet as soon as you wake up, then collect the toilet for the next 24 hours to avoid infection.
• On day 2, urinate into the container you left out earlier that day.
• During the collection period, cover the container and keep it in a cool place.

Required documents for Metanephrines, 24 Hour Urine test: 

Doctor prescription.

Aftercare

No particular type of care is required.

Urine Metanephrine Test Cost in Delhi

The metanephrines 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. The metanephrine urine test cost is very reasonable at Ganesh Diagnostic.