OVERVIEW:
What is the calcium (24hrs) urine lab test?
A calcium (24hrs) urine lab test measures the amount of calcium present in your urine.
Why is the calcium (24hrs) urine lab test done?
A calcium (24hrs) urine lab test is done in order to:
- Check the level of calcium present in urine,
- Look for problems with parathyroid gland,
- Detect conditions that result in loss of calcium from bones,
- Evaluate absorption of calcium from intestines,
- Evaluate kidney function,
- Evaluate whether your dietary intake of calcium is sufficient or not.
What does calcium (24hrs) urine lab test measure?
A calcium (24hrs) urine test measures the amount of calcium excreted in the urine over a period of 24 hours. Calcium is a mineral that plays an important in the building and repairing of bones and teeth. Calcium also helps the nerves, muscles, and heart in functioning properly.
Are there any risks associated with this test?
There are no known risks associated with this test.
What are the causes of high calcium level in urine?
High levels of calcium in urine can be caused by a disease of the parathyroid gland, milk-alkali syndrome, sarcoidosis, renal tubular acidosis, vitamin D intoxication, use of certain medicines, and kidney failure.
What are the causes of low calcium level in urine?
Low calcium level in urine is caused by malabsorption disorders, vitamin D deficiency, hypoparathyroidism, and the use of thiazide diuretics.
Which food items cause high calcium level in urine?
Food items such as milk, cheese, egg, fish, green vegetables, and fruits raise calcium levels in urine.
Can too much calcium cause UTI?
Evidence suggests that excess calcium in the urine increases the potential for urinary tract infection.
The test measures the amount of calcium in your urine. It helps diagnose kidney and parathyroid gland disorders.
-INTERPRETATION OF THE TEST?
The results of the test vary depending on the following factors:
- Age
- Sex
- Medicines
- Diet-results vary considerable depending on what you have eaten
- Supplements
Normally, amount of calcium in urine is 100-300 milligrams/ day.
Higher than normal levels may be due to the following reasons:
- Kidney stones
- Hyper-parathyroidism: greater than normal activity of parathyroid gland
- Sarcoidosis: disease causing inflammation of lungs, lymph node and other organs
- Excessive consumption of milk or food containing Vitamin D
Lower than normal levels may be due to the following reasons:
- Kidney disorder
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Hypo-parathyroidism: decreased activity of parathyroid gland
Please note, a high calcium urine level does not necessarily mean you have a health problem.
A calcium (24hrs) urine lab test is done in order to:
- Check the level of calcium present in urine,
- Look for problems with parathyroid gland,
- Detect conditions that result in loss of calcium from bones,
- Evaluate absorption of calcium from intestines,
- Evaluate kidney function,
- Evaluate whether your dietary intake of calcium is sufficient or not.
