Catecholamines, Urine

Diagnostic Use

When investigating adult patients for possible Phaeochromocytoma, the preferred tests are either plasma or urinary (nor)metanephrines. Where urine catecholamines are requested, only urinary (nor)metanephrines will be analysed, unless specifically discussed with the laboratory.

Department

Lipids/Trace Metals

Delphic Registration Code

CATU

Synonyms

Adrenaline
Cats
Dopamine
Noradrenaline,
Pressor Amines

Turnaround Time

7 days

Test Code

8769