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Urine For Reducing Substances
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- URINE FOR REDUCING SUBSTANCES
1 test included
About
SAMPLE TYPE
URINE
GENDER
Both
AGE GROUP
7 years & above
Urine for reducing substances test is a screening test that is done to detect inborn errors of carbohydrate metabolism. This test helps to screen for disorders with increased excretion of glucose, fructose, galactose, succinylpurines, disaccharides, and oligosaccharides.
The Urine for reducing substances test is done:
• To detect glucosuria
• To detect non-glucose reducing substances
• To screen for galactosemia (galactosuria)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the right method to collect a urine sample?
The right method to collect a urine sample is to collect midstream urine. Discard the first few drops of urine as it might contain the microorganisms present on the surface of the genitals. It is advised to clean the genitals and surrounding area before the collection of a urine sample.
Why it is advised to collect midstream urine for the collection of a urine sample?
The urine culture might contain the growth of different types of bacteria if the initial stream of urine is collected for a urine sample as the bacteria present inside and outside the urinary tract are different. The genital area is cleaned and the skin around it before giving the sample. Discard the initial stream of urine and collect mid-stream urine for accurate results.
What are inborn errors of carbohydrate metabolism?
The inborn errors of carbohydrate metabolism are those errors that affect the anabolism and catabolism of carbohydrates. Examples include lactose intolerance and galactosemia.
What is Galactosemia?
Galactosemia is the inability of the liver cells to metabolize galactose. The body is not able to breakdown the galactose present in it that leads to buildup of galactose in the tissues. The signs include cataract, hepatic insufficiency, cataracts, and developmental delay.
What is Lactose intolerance?
Lactose intolerance is a disorder in which the body is not able to digests lactose. The symptoms of lactose intolerance include abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and bloating.