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| Biochemistry Test |
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Catecholamines in urine |
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Catecholamines in urine |
| Indication |
hypertension, hyperglycemia, weight loss, glycosuria.
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| Physiology |
This is secreated by adrenal medulla and in case of tumors it secreates more. 24 hours urine sample is required.
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| Normal Range |
50micrograms in 24 hours urine sample
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| Interpretation |
Elevated levels are seen in pheochromocytoma characterised by cancer of adrenal medullary glands. Increased levels also indicate functional paraganglioma characterised by cancer of symphatetic paragnalian cells.
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