Save Tax with full body checkups starting at ₹ 1099
Orange Health
Search for tests or checkups
 Tests
 Checkups
Support
    Citrate, 24 hours Urine1926124036% off
    trust markerMins HomeCollection
    trust markerHappyCustomers
    trust markerGoogleRating
    trust markerCertifiedLabs

    What is Citrate, 24 hours Urine Test?

    The Citrate 24 Hours Urine test measures the amount of citrate excreted in urine over a 24-hour period. Citrate plays a crucial role in preventing kidney stone formation by reducing calcium crystal accumulation and supporting urinary health. This test is essential for assessing nephrolithiasis (kidney stone) risk and diagnosing metabolic conditions such as renal tubular acidosis.

    Reduced citrate excretion, commonly seen in renal tubular acidosis, leads to increased urine acidity and a higher risk of kidney stone formation.

    Measuring citrate levels in a 24-hour urine test helps assess kidney stone risk, support dietary recommendations, and evaluate metabolic disorders. Individuals in Hyderabad may book a home-based Citrate 24 Hours Urine test.

    Citrate, 24 hours Urine Test Parameters

    The Citrate test measures urinary citrate excretion over a 24-hour period. Citrate is a key metabolite that helps inhibit kidney stone formation by binding to calcium and maintaining an alkaline urine pH. This prevents the crystallisation of calcium salts and reduces the risk of uric acid and cystine stones. Acidic urine promotes stone formation, while an alkaline environment helps dissolve it.

    Low urinary citrate, or hypocitraturia, is a major risk factor for kidney stones and can result from metabolic disorders, renal tubular acidosis, dehydration, chronic diarrhoea, or dietary imbalances such as a high-protein or low-alkaline diet. Elevated citrate levels in urine are less frequent but may occur due to certain metabolic conditions, increased intake of citric acid-rich foods, or certain medications.

    Citrate, 24 hours Urine Test Preparation

    Follow these steps to prepare for a Citrate 24 Hours Urine test at home:

    • Prerequisites : No specific preparations are required, and fasting is typically unnecessary.

    • Best Time to Get Tested : You may schedule the urine test in the morning to ensure a 24-hour sample collection.

    • Who Should Get a Citrate 24 Hours Urine Test? : Individuals with a family history of kidney stones or unexplained metabolic disturbances may require the Citrate 24 Hours Urine test. The test is also recommended for individuals with recurrent kidney stones, metabolic disorders, or renal tubular acidosis.

    • Cautions Before Taking a Citrate 24 Hours Urine Test : Citrate levels vary depending on diet, fluid intake, and medications. Stick to your usual routine unless otherwise instructed. Inform your doctor about any medications that could impact the results. Collecting a full 24-hour urine sample is essential for test accuracy.

    Why Take the Citrate, 24 hours Urine Test?

    Low urinary citrate levels are often asymptomatic until kidney stones form. Symptoms may include:

    • Sharp pain in the flank or abdominal area

    • Difficulty in urination

    • Burning sensation during urination

    • Increased urinary frequency

    • Cloudy or foul-smelling urine

    • Nausea and vomiting episodes

    The 24-Hour Citrate test is essential for:

    • Diagnosing Hypocitraturia: Early detection of low citrate levels allows for preventive measures to be taken against kidney stone formation.

    • Evaluating Kidney Stone Formation Risk: Low citrate levels can contribute to stone development, and this test provides a risk assessment.

    • Reducing Recurrence Rates of Kidney Stones: Regular testing and maintaining optimal citrate levels can decrease the recurrence of kidney stones by up to 80%.

    • Assessing Treatment Progress: This test helps monitor the success of dietary changes, citrate supplementation, or other medical treatments.

    • Detecting Metabolic Conditions: The test can diagnose underlying metabolic disorders, including renal tubular acidosis, chronic diarrhoea, and imbalanced diets high in sodium or protein.

    FAQs on Citrate, 24 hours Urine Test in Hyderabad

    The test costs ₹1240 in Hyderabad, which includes home sample collection within 60 minutes. Results are available within 102 hours.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides home sample collection services. A trained eMedic will reach your location within 60 minutes to collect the sample.

    This test measures citrate concentration in urine to analyse kidney health and determine the likelihood of kidney stone formation. It also aids in diagnosing conditions like metabolic disorders, chronic kidney disease, and renal tubular acidosis.

    No, fasting is not necessary for this test.

    Booking the Citrate 24 Hours Urine test with Orange Health Labs is simple:

    • Find the test : Search for "Citrate 24 Hours Urine test" and select Orange Health Labs.

    • Enter your details : Fill in your personal information, pick a location, and set a convenient time.

    • Sample collection : A trained eMedic will arrive at your location to collect the urine sample.

    • Testing process : The sample is sent to an NABL-accredited, ICMR-approved laboratory for analysis.

    • Receive your report : Results will be shared via email or WhatsApp within 102 hours.

    A normal urinary citrate level is considered to be 320-1240 mg per 24 hours. Since multiple factors affect these levels, your doctor will examine the results concerning your overall health.

    Once the sample is collected, test results for the Citrate 24 Hours Urine test will be available in 102 hours.

    The need for re-testing varies based on your condition. A second test within 6 months is usually recommended to monitor the treatment response.

    Urinary citrate concentration is the primary parameter measured in this test, helping assess kidney stone risk.

    Orange Health Labs provides at-home sample collection services for this test in many Hyderabad areas, including Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, Gachibowli, Madhapur, Hitech City, Kondapur, Begumpet, Somajiguda, Ameerpet, Panjagutta, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Manikonda, Secunderabad, Tarnaka, Abids, Koti, Mehdipatnam, Dilsukhnagar, Uppal, LB Nagar, Nallagandla, Nizampet, Attapur, Malkajgiri.

    The Orange Health Experience

    Choose precision
    Not a pilot, just as precise
    No more painful pricks
    Trust our fully automated and certified labs
    Customers love us

    Choose precision

    On time, every time!

    • 98% on time collections with a 60 minutes promise
    • 99% reports are delivered on time within 6 hours

    Not a pilot, just as precise

    Meet our expert eMedics!

    • Hygienic, well groomed, and professional eMedics
    • With over 100 hours of training

    No more painful pricks

    Experience painless testing!

    • Our eMedics are trained for a single, painless prick.
    • Don’t believe us? We asked our customers and here is what they said - 98% of customers experienced no pain during sample collection!
    • The most organised sample collection box and experience

    Trust our fully automated and certified labs

    For accurate testing

    • Certified labs
    • eQAS partnership with AIIMS and CMC Vellore
    • We have our own fully automated labs in all 4 cities we are available in

    Customers love us

    The highest rated lab!

    • Google rating: 4.9/5 (16000+ reviews)
    • 1 million+ customers tested
    4.9
    Google Rating

    Highest Rated Diagnostic Lab

    Payment & Refund Policy

    • We do not accept cash payments
    • All modes of online payment are accepted
    • Refunds will be credited back to the source of payment within 3 hours of order cancellation.

    References

    1. Citric Acid Urine Test. 2. Urine Citrate - South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.  Available from:  https://www.ucsfhealth.org/medical-tests/citric-acid-urine-test
    2. Leslie SW, Sajjad H, Bashir K. 24-Hour Urine Testing for Nephrolithiasis: Interpretation and Treatment GuiHYDines  Available from:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482448/
    3. Leslie SW, Bashir K. Hypocitraturia and Renal Calculi.  Available from:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK564392/
    4. Kidney Stones. National Kidney Foundation.  Available from:  https://www.kidney.org/kidney-topics/kidney-stones