Kidney Stone Formation Diagnostic Panel – 24-Hour Urine Metabolic Profile in UAE | 1200 AED

Executive Summary & Core Metrics

Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Home Collection: Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (8 AM – 11 PM) with Secure Courier Specimen Retrieval.
Clinical Guidance: Complimentary Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Correlation session with our UAE-licensed specialist.
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Test Overview & Methodology

This comprehensive 24-hour urine metabolic panel quantifies key urinary analytes — calcium, oxalate, urate, citrate, pH, and total volume — to identify the precise metabolic abnormalities driving recurrent kidney stone formation. The panel employs spectrophotometry, enzymatic assays, and indirect ion-selective electrode (ISE) technology on photometric platforms for high-accuracy quantification.

Feature	Our Test (Kidney Stone Panel)	Spot Urine / Basic Panel
Methodology	Spectrophotometry, Enzymatic, Indirect ISE (Photometric Platforms)	Dipstick or single-marker enzymatic
Accuracy	99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity; 24-hour quantitative	Snapshot only; misses diurnal variation
Turnaround	Sample collected Wed/Sat by 9 AM; Report same day	Typically 24–48 hours; may require repeat testing

Physician Insight & Safety Protocols

“Recurrent kidney stones often signal an underlying metabolic imbalance that a spot urine test can miss. This 24-hour panel provides a complete quantitative profile of stone-forming salts and protective inhibitors, enabling targeted dietary and pharmacological interventions. Always interpret results alongside the patient’s full clinical history and imaging findings.”

— Dr. Ajay Singh | General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132

Medication & Collection Advisory

⚠ Important Medication Notice

Do not discontinue any prescribed medication — including diuretics, allopurinol, or potassium citrate — without consulting your physician. Abrupt changes can alter urinary chemistry and increase stone risk or mask underlying conditions.

Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags

🛡️ Do Not Proceed with Home Collection If:

Active urinary tract infection with fever or dysuria
Recent urological surgery (within 2 weeks)
Inability to follow strict 24-hour collection protocol independently
Untreated severe hypertension or unstable medical condition

🚨 Seek Emergency Care Immediately For:

Sudden, severe flank pain radiating to the groin
Frank blood in urine with visible clots
Complete inability to urinate (anuria) or very low output
High fever with chills, nausea, or vomiting

Pre-test requirement: Record patient weight on Test Request Form. The laboratory provides two pre-labelled containers — one non-acidified (Day 1) and one acidified with HCl (Day 2). Ship both specimens frozen immediately after collection.

Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance

1. How do I collect the 24-hour urine sample for this kidney stone panel?

Collect all urine over a full 24-hour period into two separate containers — the non-acidified container on Day 1 and the acidified container (with HCl) on Day 2. Keep both refrigerated or on ice during collection, then freeze immediately after completing the collection. Record the total volume and your weight on the test request form. A secure courier will pick up the frozen specimens from your home.

2. Why is a 24-hour urine collection necessary instead of a random sample?

A 24-hour collection captures the total daily excretion of stone-forming salts and protective inhibitors, eliminating the diurnal variation that random samples miss. This quantitative measurement is essential for accurate metabolic evaluation and for designing a personalized prevention plan — including targeted dietary adjustments, fluid management, and medication if needed.

3. When will I receive my results and how are they interpreted?

Results are reported on the same day when the sample arrives by 9 AM on Wednesday or Saturday. Each analyte (calcium, oxalate, citrate, urate, pH, volume) is compared against established reference ranges. Your UAE-licensed specialist will interpret the pattern in the context of your diet, fluid intake, medications, and medical history to recommend a tailored prevention strategy.

UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence

Compliance Framework

Data Protection: All patient data is processed in accordance with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL).
Health Information Security: Adherence to Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields.
Clinical Safety & Consent: Patient safety and informed consent protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Facility License: Operated under DHA Facility License Number 1143, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE.

Clinical & Logistical Metadata

Test Name	Kidney Stone Formation Diagnostic Panel (24-Hour Urine Metabolic Profile)
Price (AED)	1,200 AED
Turnaround Time	Same day (samples collected by 9 AM on Wednesday or Saturday)
Sample Type / Matrix	24-Hour Urine (Non-acidified and Acidified Collections)
Methodology Used	Spectrophotometry, Enzymatic, Indirect Ion-Selective Electrode (ISE)
ICD-10-CM Code	N20.0 (Calculus of kidney)
LOINC Code	74565-6 (Stone risk panel - 24 hour urine)
DHA Facility License & Address	License 1143 \| Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE — DNA Labs UAE

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