OUTSOURCE
PORPHOBILINOGEN (PBG) QUANTITATIVE, 24 HOUR URINE (U098).
Also Known As:
24 hrs urinary porbhobilinogen
About This Test
Urinary porphobilinogen is the first step in the diagnosis of Acute intermittent porphyria. An acute attack usually leads to astrointestinal disturbance and neuropsychiatric disorders.
Test Parameters (1)
- PORPHOBILINOGEN (PBG) QUANTITATIVE, 24 HOUR URINE
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of 24 hour urine collected in a dark coloured vial / container wrapped completely with black paper or aluminium foil. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Record 24 hour volume on test request form and urine container. Uncovered vials exposed to light are unacceptable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Outsourced test are being done from Dr. Lal Path Lab. Charges and reporting time is same as of Dr. Lal Path Labs.
Collect urine in a dark coloured vial / container wrapped completely with black paper or aluminium foil.
The 24-Hour Urinary Porphobilinogen (PBG) test is important because it helps diagnose acute porphyrias, which are disorders of heme metabolism that can cause serious neurological and abdominal symptoms.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
