Free Cortisol - 24 Hrs Urine in Bhuj

Sterling Accuris Diagnostics offers the Free cortisol, 24 Hour Urine test in Bhuj  to assess the level of free cortisol in a 24-hour urine sample.

Overview of Free cortisol, 24 Hour Urine test

The free cortisol 24-hour urine test is a diagnostic test that measures the amount of free cortisol present in the urine over a period of 24 hours. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate the body's metabolism, immune system, and stress response. High levels of cortisol can indicate a variety of conditions, including Cushing's syndrome, pituitary adenoma, an adrenal tumor, an adrenal gland that is not functioning properly, or other endocrine and metabolic disorders. It can also indicate conditions such as depression, anxiety, or chronic fatigue syndrome. The 24-hour urine cortisol test can help diagnose these conditions, as well as monitor the effectiveness of certain treatments. 

You can rely on Sterling Accuris Diagnostics for Free cortisol, 24 Hour Urine tests in Bhuj  for timely reports.  

Why and When is Free Cortisol, 24-Hour Urine Test Done?

Cortisol is a vital hormone that the human body naturally produces as a reaction to stress. It plays an important role in the regulation of metabolism, immune function, blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and inflammatory response. When cortisol levels are too high, it can cause a range of negative health effects. 

Symptoms of high levels of free cortisol may include:

• Weight gain
• Muscle weakness
• Fatigue
• Irritability
• Anxiety
• Mood swings
• Depression
• Difficulty concentrating
• Memory problems
• Headaches
• Abdominal pain
• Insomnia

Testing can help doctors to diagnose and monitor a wide range of medical conditions. For accurate and reliable results, you can head to Sterling Accuris Diagnostics for Free cortisol, 24 Hour Urine test in Bhuj.

Free cortisol, 24-Hour Urine test: Main Highlights

• Instructions: No fasting is required
• Recommended age: All age groups
• Sample type for test: 24 Hrs. Urine

How to Interpret the Free Cortisol, 24-Hour Urine Test

The normal levels of free cortisol in adult males and females is 4.3 to 176 microg/24 hours

Causes of abnormal levels of free cortisol

• Excessive intake of glucocorticoid medications, steroid supplements
• Chronic stress
• Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Pregnancy
• Hypothyroidism
• Chronic kidney disease
• Obstructive sleep apnea
• Adrenal insufficiency
• Obesity
• Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
• Aging
• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
• Hyperthyroidism
• Hypoglycemia

Sterling Accuris offers a Free Cortisol 24-hours Urine Test in Bhuj to assess cortisol levels in a 24 hour urine sample to detect conditions like Cushing syndrome, adrenal insufficiency, and pseudo hyperaldosteronism.

Overview of the Free Cortisol- 24 hrs Urine Test  

Cortisol is a steroid hormone synthesized by the adrenal gland. Cortisol affects almost every organ and plays crucial roles in stress response, regulation of glucose levels in the blood, metabolism, and fighting infections. Most of the cortisol is present bound to protein and only a small fraction of cortisol is free and active. Increased plasma-free cortisol is filtered through the glomerulus (kidneys). The amount of free cortisol in plasma and free cortisol in urine are closely correlated.

The Free Cortisol- 24 hrs Urine test can provide important clues about adrenocortical dysfunction, in particular hypercortisolism (Cushing syndrome), which is helpful for clinicians in planning treatment. Book a Free Cortisol- 24 hrs Urine test near you for accurate and reliable results.

Why and When is a Free Cortisol 24-hours Urine Test Done?

Your doctor might suggest a free cortisol 24-hour urine test if increased or decreased production of cortisol is suspected or you are suffering from a condition that affects cortisol levels. 

Symptoms of high cortisol or Cushing’s syndrome are:

• Slower growth in children
• Unexplained weight gain
• Increased deposition of fat between shoulder blades and the base of the neck
• Round face
• Fragile skin
• Purple streaks around the stomach, hips, arms, and breast

Symptoms of Addison’s disease or low cortisol are:

• Unexplained reduction in weight
• Fatigue (tiredness)
• Feeling muscle weakness
• Decreased levels of blood glucose
• decreased blood pressure
• Abdominal pain

Sterling Accuris Ahmedabad offers an accurate and reliable Free Cortisol 24-hours Urine test in Bhuj.

Free Cortisol 24-hours Urine Test: Main Highlights

• Instructions: Fasting is not required
• Recommended Age: All age groups
• Sample type for test: 24-hour urine sample

How to Interpret the Free Cortisol- 24 hrs Urine Test Report

Reference levels of Free Cortisol- 24 hrs Urine levels in adult females and males are given in the table:

Most patients with Cushing’s syndrome have elevated excretion of cortisol in 24-hour urine tests.