CALCIUM 24-HOUR URINE

What this test checks

Measures urine calcium over 24 hours. Helps diagnose causes of kidney stones, bone disease, and parathyroid disorders.

Why do people get this test?

Important test when investigating recurrent kidney stones.

When you should consider this test

• Recurrent kidney stones
• Bone disease work-up
• Suspected parathyroid problem

How to prepare

24-hour urine collection — container provided.