HomeLab TestUrinary Inorganic Phosphate (PO4)
Overview
The Urinary Inorganic Phosphate (PO4) test measures the amount of phosphate excreted in urine. Phosphate is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in bone health, cellular function, and energy production. This test helps evaluate phosphate...
Risk assessment
Hyperphosphatemia, Hypophosphatemia, Renal disease, Diabetic ketoacidosis, Liver disease.
Ranges
Adults -2.5 to 4.5 mg/dL
Children -4.0 to 7.0 mg/dL
Test result interpretation
High urinary phosphate: Could suggest kidney dysfunction, hyperparathyroidism, or excessive dietary phosphate intake.
Low urinary phosphate: May indicate hypoparathyroidism, malnutrition, or vitamin D defic...
Sample types
The Urinary Inorganic Phosphate (PO4) test requires a urine sample to measure phosphate levels. There are two common types of urine specimens that can be collected:
1. 24-Hour Urine Collection:
Purpose: ...
Frequently Asked Questions
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Urinary Inorganic Phosphate (PO4)
Probing Phosphorus Balance for Metabolic Wellness
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Sample Type:
urine
Fasting Required:
No
Description
A phosphate in urine test measures the amount of phosphate in a urine sample that collect over a 24-hour period. Phosphate is an electrolyte. Electrolytes are electrically charged minerals. They help control the amount of fluid and the balance of acids and bases (pH balance) in our body.