The test measures the amount of chloride in your urine.
Normally, the body maintains its acid-base balance but it may be disrupted by several conditions including the following:
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Vomiting
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Medicines causing frequent urination (diuretics)
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Stomach contents suctioned out
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Bartter Syndrome: combination of kidney disorders causing mineral imbalance
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Gitelman Syndrome: autosomal recessive kidney disorder
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Low Potassium levels
- How is the test performed?
A sample of urine is obtained by urinating into a urine cup.
Mid flow urine is preferred.
Is there any risk associated with the test?
There is no such risk associated with the test.
What levels are dangerous?
Chloride urine level higher than 40 mEq/L may be dangerous.
- What are the most common complications?
A high chloride level in the body disrupts normal functioning of the body e.g. kidney damage.
Your health care provider may also request you to have the following tests along with Urine Chloride test:
- Urine Potassium test
- Urine pH test
- Urine electrolytes test
The test measures the amount of chloride in your urine.
INTERPRETATION OF THE TEST?
The results of the test vary depending on the following factors:
- Age
- Sex
- Health history
- Method used for test
Normal result range is: 25-40 mEq/L.
Levels below normal indicate a low chloride diet.
Levels higher than normal indicate high chloride levels and the following may be present:
- Bartter Syndrome or Gitelman Syndrome
- Low potassium levels
Please note, a high chloride urine level does not necessarily mean you have a health problem.
You may need this test if you have the following symptoms:
- Confusion
- Seizures
- Difficulty thinking
- Numbness or pins and needles sensation
- Muscle cramps
- Slow breathing
