Price:
Rs. 365.00
Sample Type: URINE
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You can make the payment to the technician at the time of collection
- Your sample will then be transported to the nearest collection center and will be centrifuged before sending to the lab for processing.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours or as per defined TAT for Tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What is the Ferric Chloride urine test used for?
It screens for abnormal metabolites linked to metabolic disorders like phenylketonuria and alkaptonuria.
How does this test work?
Ferric chloride reacts with specific urinary compounds to produce distinct color changes.
What sample is required?
A random urine sample is sufficient.
Do I need to fast before the test?
No fasting is required for this test.
Why is this test done at Metropolis Healthcare?
Metropolis provides reliable qualitative screening with standardized reagents and procedures.
Can this test confirm a metabolic disorder?
No, it is only a screening test and requires confirmatory biochemical or genetic tests.
Are there any interfering factors?
Certain medications or highly colored urine may affect the reaction.
How quickly are results available?
Reports are usually available with a short turnaround time at Metropolis