<p>The <strong>17-OH Ketosteroids – 24-Hour Urine Test</strong> measures the amount of <strong>17-hydroxyketosteroids</strong>, which are byproducts of cortisol metabolism, excreted in the urine over a 24-hour period. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate metabolism, immune function, and the body's response to stress.</p><p>This test is used to evaluate <strong>adrenal gland function</strong> and may help diagnose disorders involving excessive or reduced cortisol production, such as <strong>Cushing syndrome</strong>, <strong>Addison's disease</strong>, adrenal tumors, or certain hormone-related conditions.</p>
24 HOURS URINE COLLECT
24 Hours
AFTER 24 HOURS · URINE CONTAINER · 20 ml. (10 ml. Minimum) well mixed aliquot of 24 Hrs urine in a sterile screw capped plastic container.
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