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Harnstoff

    Capillary blood at the pharmacy

    Acquire test

    1. Visit your pharmacy and ask about CaboCheck.

      With each test, you will receive an information sheet with your personal test QR code (CaboCheck-ID), through which you can retrieve the test result.

    2. Test execution on-site or at a later date

      You have the choice to have the test done directly in the pharmacy or to make an appointment. Sample collection is done quickly and easily by our special capillary blood machine, which ensures a gentle and efficient blood draw.

    3. Quick and reliable results

      Your sample will be evaluated by a professional laboratory, and you will receive your detailed laboratory report via email within 2-3 days. Benefit from the accuracy and reliability of medical laboratory tests, conveniently and easily conducted in your pharmacy.

    CaboCheck Benefits

    Professionelle Probenentnahme vor Ort in der Apotheke

    Professionelle Probenentnahme vor Ort in der Apotheke

    Einfache Kapillarblutentnahme innerhalb von 2 Minuten

    Einfache Kapillarblutentnahme innerhalb von 2 Minuten

    Auswertung durch medizinisches Facharztlabor

    Auswertung durch medizinisches Facharztlabor

    Labor-Ergebnisse als PDF oder online

    Labor-Ergebnisse als PDF oder online

    Fragen und Antworten zu Harnstoff

    What is the respective laboratory value?

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    Urea is an end product of protein metabolism and is produced in the liver. The laboratory value measures the concentration of urea in the blood and is used to assess kidney function and protein metabolism.

    For whom is such a test to be considered?

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    A urea test is recommended for: • People with symptoms such as fatigue, loss of appetite or swelling (indication of kidney disease) • Patients with suspected renal insufficiency or urinary tract problems • Monitoring of patients with chronic kidney disease or dialysis patients • Clarification of disorders of protein metabolism

    What is it used for?

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    The test serves the diagnosis and monitoring of kidney diseases and the assessment of protein metabolism. It helps to identify causes of increased or reduced urea.

    What can be inferred from that?

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    Here is the translation: An elevated urea level can indicate: • Kidney failure or impaired kidney function • Dehydration (reduced urea excretion) • Excessive protein intake or breakdown (e.g. due to injuries, burns) A low value indicates: • Liver diseases (reduced production of urea) • Malnutrition or low protein intake Symptoms of abnormal values can include: • Swelling, nausea or fatigue with elevated urea • Loss of appetite or weight loss with low values

    What is the ideal time for a test?

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    The testing can be carried out at any time of the day and is independent of food intake.

    Particularly interesting?

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    • Urea alone is not enough to assess kidney function; cystatin C and uric acid should be measured as a supplement. • An elevated urea value can also occur with dehydration and must be interpreted in the context of fluid balance. • Medications such as corticosteroids or diuretics can affect the urea level.