Price:
Rs. 80.00
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):
Why is urine pH measured?
Urine pH helps detect metabolic imbalances, urinary infections, and the risk of kidney stone formation.
Do I need to fast before the test?
No, fasting is not required for a urine pH test.
Can medications affect urine pH?
Yes. Supplements, antibiotics, and certain diets can alter urine acidity or alkalinity.
What do acidic or alkaline results indicate?
Acidic urine may suggest dehydration, diabetes, or a high-protein diet, while alkaline urine may indicate UTIs or a vegetarian diet.
Is a single urine pH reading enough for diagnosis?
No. Doctors usually correlate results with symptoms and other laboratory findings for accurate diagnosis.