UREA

Urea is the final degradation product of Protein and Amino Acid Metabolism Increased Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) may be due to prerenal causes (Cardiac decompensation, water depletion due to decreased intake and excessive loss, increased protein catabolism, and high protein diet), Renal causes (Acute Glomerulonephritis, Chronic nephritis, polycystic Kidney disease, nephrosclerosis, and tubular necrosis), and postrenal causes (eg, all types of obstruction of the urinary tract, such as stones, enlarged prostate gland, tumors). The determination of serum BUN currently is the most widely used screening test for the evaluation of kidney function. The test is frequently requested along with the serum creatinine test since simultaneous determination of these 2 compounds appears to aid in the differential diagnosis of prerenal, renal and postrenal hyperuricemia.

Urea Test is advised for following purposes:

• Diagnosis: If you experience symptoms such as changes in your Urine, swelling in your Arms or Legs, cramping in your muscles, or frequent bouts of exhaustion, you may need to have your urea levels measured.
• Screening: Regular medical checkups may involve a Urea Test as part of a basic metabolic panel (BMP) or comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) to screen for potential renal issues. If kidney disease runs in your family or you have a higher risk of developing it due to diabetes, cardiovascular issues, or other conditions, screening may be recommended.
• Monitoring: One way to monitor kidney function over time is to measure urea levels regularly. When assessing how well renal disorders are being treated, a Urea Test might yield pertinent information.

If you have Kidney problems or are at risk for developing them, your doctor may advise a Urea Test as part of a comprehensive examination. Usually, early Kidney disease exhibits no symptoms at all. Kidney disease may be more likely to occur if you have:

• Family of kidney problems
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Heart disease

• Frequent/reduced urge to urinate 
• Fatigue
• Itching
• Muscle cramps
• Swelling in your legs, feet, or ankles
• Trouble sleeping

• Unless otherwise directed by your doctor, there is no need for you to make any special preparations before the Urea Test. 
• Other blood tests can be carried out in addition to a Urea Test. If your doctor advises you to have multiple tests at once, they may ask you to fast for a specific period of time prior to a blood test.
• Drink adequate water before sample collection.
• Follow the preparatory instructions as guided by your doctor.

The Price of a Urea Test is Rs. 150. However, cost of the test may fluctuate depending on following factors:

• Other tests advised along with Urea Test
• Offers or discounts
• Empanelment of the patient

• Urea: The amount of Urea in a Blood Sample is determined using a Urea Test. A waste product called Urea is created when the body naturally breaks down Proteins. It is also known as Urea Nitrogen, and is filtered out of the blood by the Kidneys.

High Urea levels indicate poor Kidney function. Chronic or acute renal dysfunction could be the cause of this. Various conditions other than Kidney disease can impact Urea levels. These include conditions that cause obstruction of Urine flow, Dehydration, shock, stress, recent Heart attack, severe burns, decreased Blood flow to the Kidneys as in congestive Heart failure, bleeding from the Gastrointestinal Tract, and so on.

Low Urea Levels are uncommon and typically not a reason for alarm. This can be observed in severe liver disease or malnutrition but are not used to diagnose or monitor these conditions. Low urea levels are also observed in normal Pregnancy.

The Blood Sample for Urea Test is taken in following steps:

• The area where the needle will be inserted to take your blood is cleaned with an antiseptic alcohol wipe. The hollow on the inside side of the elbow or the tip of the finger are the most common sites for this.
• A tourniquet or a band is tied around your upper arm to facilitate the access to the vein in your arm.
• A needle is used to puncture your vein. The blood sample is collected into a test tube attached to the needle. The needle may cause a small pinch or sting when it is inserted.
• Once the vial or test tube is filled, the blood sample collection for the test is finished and the needle is taken out.
• Finger pressure is applied on the puncture site to stop the bleeding and the band aid is applied at the site.
• Blood collection typically takes less than five minutes. 
• Temporary throbbing and bruising, as well as mild discomfort or stinging when the needle is inserted, are all possible side effects of a blood draw.

• Go to the Dr. B. Lal Lab website.
• Go to the “Book a test” tab.
• Select the “Lab Test” tab.
• Type “Urea Test” in the search bar.
• Click on the test.
• The test page with all the test details will show up.
• Click on “Book Now”.
• Login and verify your mobile number with OTP.
• Now enter your details. 
• Select date & time for booking Urea Test in Jaipur. 
• Check out.