Urea

LABOKLIN Service ID: 21


  • Urea is the most important breakdown product of the protein metabolism in mammals. Serum levels are not only influenced by the renal function but also by extrarenal factors (e.g. diet, increased protein degradation). Thus, creatinine should always be checked in parallel.
  • In cattle, the urea level serves mainly as an indicator for energy supply.

    • Material

    serum or EDTA plasma or heparin plasma 0.5 ml

    Method

    photometry

    Duration

    1 day