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Urea Blood Test

 


UREA BLOOD TEST

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£45.00
£45.00 - £45.00
£45.00
£45.00 - £45.00
1 BIOMARKER
1-2 DAYS
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Elevated levels of urea in the blood may indicate kidney dysfunction, dehydration, or other conditions affecting kidney function.

Simple and accurate blood test from a laboratory you can speak to.



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UREA BLOOD TEST OVERVIEW

A Urea Blood Test from One Day Tests offers a convenient and accurate way to monitor kidney function from the comfort of your own home or via one of our clinics. If you have concerns about your kidney health or are experiencing symptoms such as frequent urination, swelling in the legs or feet, or fatigue, our Urea Blood Test can provide you with the answers you need.

With our state-of-the-art technology and CQC-regulated laboratory, you can trust the accuracy of your results. Our home test kits provide same-day or next-day results, allowing you to take control of your health quickly and easily. You can also come into one of our clinics to have your blood sample taken for you by one of our nurses. And with our powerful online Health Dashboard, which you will gain free access to, you can easily track your urea levels over time and take the necessary steps to improve your kidney health.

Order your Urea Blood Test home kit today and get the insight you need to make informed decisions about your kidney health. Our flexible subscription plans also allow for regular monitoring at discounted rates.

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UREA BLOOD TEST

A urea blood test measures the amount of urea nitrogen in your blood. Urea nitrogen is a waste product that forms when your body breaks down protein. A blood test can reveal important information about how well your kidneys are working, so if your urea blood test results are off the normal range, this could mean that either your kidneys or your liver may not be working properly.

1 BIOMARKER

  1. KIDNEY FUNCTION

    - Urea

  2. UPGRADE

    Need more biomarkers? Check out our Kidney Function Blood Test

  1. TURNAROUND TIME

    We are extremely fast, with some results available within hours and others within a working day or less, from the time your sample is in our lab. However, this is not a guarantee and should not be taken as such. This is the guideline turnaround time that can be shorter or longer.


    THIS IS NOT A GUARANTEED TURNAROUND TIME.


    We are extremely proud of our very short turnaround times and a very efficient laboratory processes, you will start receiving results as soon as they are available and have completed clinical validation.


    Whilst we accommodate the shortest of time scales, with some results available within hours, for this particular test the usual turnaround time is: 1-2 working days.

  1. WILL I HAVE A GENERAL EXPLANATION OF MY RESULTS?

    Yes, our doctors put a huge amount of effort into your online Health Dashboard, which will have explanations of what each biomarker is, the normal reference ranges and what it means if you are outside of them.


    This service is included in the price of all our tests.

  1. CAN I SEE A GP TO DISCUSS MY RESULTS?

    Yes, usually the same or next day.


    One Day Tests has a fantastic clinical team of consultants and GPs. Once you have your results you can book an online video consultation to discuss your results.


    Our clinical team consists of practicing NHS and private GPs, who work closely with our laboratory and can tell you what your blood test results mean for you. Having an integrated laboratory and GP services makes your health journey seamless and extremely efficient.


    This service is not included in the price of the test, it is charged separately, should you wish to book it.

DOCTOR'S COMMENTS

Hi, I am Dr. Adam Staten and here's my view on this test as a GP and Clinical Director at One Day Tests.

DR. ADAM STATEN - GP VIEW AND RED FLAG SYMPTOMS

Urea is produced by your liver and is a waste product of proteins being broken down. As with most body waste, it is cleared from your blood by the kidneys. Therefore, we can use this measurement as a measurement of your kidney function.

Reference ranges

If your indicative urea level is lower than the reference range for our laboratory:

Low urea levels are rare and usually not a concern on their own. They may be present in cases of malnutrition or severe liver disease, but additional symptoms would typically be evident. Low urea levels are also common during normal pregnancy.

If you are concerned or are experiencing symptoms, you should discuss these results with your GP.

If your indicative urea level is higher than the reference range for our laboratory:

It may be a sign of a very high protein diet or dehydration at the time of the test (which is why we recommend plenty of water before taking the blood sample!)

It can also mean a sign of kidney disease and should be investigated further.

Please discuss this result with your GP.

Red flag symptoms for the Urea Blood Test

Even if the blood test is normal, you should still see your doctor if you have any of the symptoms below. 

  • Swollen around the ankles, eyes or abdomen 
  • Lower than expected urine output 
  • Passing a lot more urine than normal 
  • In men; symptoms of difficulty passing urine, getting up more than usual at night to pass urine, or being unable to fully empty your bladder

Your Results and Health Dashboard

The results of your Urea Blood Test will be emailed to you as a secured PDF file, ready for your GP and will also be uploaded to our Health Dashboard area of the website. It’s a unique and powerful tool, powered by our in-house clinical analysis research, to match your biomarkers across test panels and symptoms, as well as provide clinical commentary on all individual biomarkers you tested for.

The health dashboard will also provide "panel level" commentary - a birds eye view of the biomarkers that were tested. This feature allows you to view your test results and clinical commentary, and compare them to previous results, giving you a clear understanding of how your health is progressing.

By using the Health Dashboard, you can identify changes in your biomarkers and make necessary adjustments to your lifestyle. This added value is immense, as it empowers you to monitor your health and make informed decisions about your well-being.

It's free and is available with all of our tests.

SAVE ON CONTINUOUS MONITORING WITH OUR SUBSCRIPTION PLAN

The best way to look after your health is to do so regularly. This is easy to do with our continual monitoring plans which give you a discount on future blood tests. You choose the frequency and we'll do the rest.

When you purchase a subscription, we will deliver your home test kits or allow you to book appointments in line with your chosen frequency. You will be able to track your biomarkers over time in our powerful Health Dashboard, where results will be automatically updated for you. There is a minimum of 3 tests with any subscription, after which you can pause/restart/cancel at any time.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Hi, I am Stefania Brown, I am the Laboratory Manager at One Day Tests and here are the lab's special requests for the Urea Blood Test.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

There are no special instructions for this test, just make sure you are well-hydrated before taking it.

Clinic appointment - how to prepare for the Urea Blood Test

If you are coming into one of our clinics for the test, this is what you need to do before you arrive:

  • Read the instructions in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS section
  • Drink plenty of water about an hour before the appointment.
  • Avoid coffee/tea/energy drinks. Water is good!
  • That’s it! We’ll do the rest.

Home test kit - how it works with the Urea Blood Test

Our blood test kits are simple and convenient.

The most important step in doing a blood test at home is to read the instructions very carefully. The process is very simple, but there are a few pitfalls you need to be aware of - you will save yourself a lot of time if you do it right the first time around!

  • Full printed instructions will arrive with your kit - please read them carefully.
  • Drink plenty before taking the sample and warm your hands up in the sink with warm water for a few minutes. This will make your blood flow much better.
  • Fill the tubes to the top line. We don’t need much blood; filling tubes to the top line is about 15 drops of blood.
  • Post the samples on the same day you take them, before midday, Monday to Thursday. If you post it any other time it might get to us late or be stuck at a sorting office over the weekend. You will then have to do it again.
  • Package the sample in the same box the kit came in. Otherwise, Royal Mail or DPD will reject it. The sample tubes go into a pouch, then into a cardboard box, and then into a return envelope. All of this is provided in the kit: please use it.

We look forward to receiving your sample in our lab!

HOW OUR HOME KITS WORK

How the finger prick home blood test kit for Urea Blood Test works - from Dr. Adam Staten

Follow our step by step instructions on how to take your sample quickly and easily using the blood sample collection finger prick test.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Hello! My name is Dr. Vinesh Mistry, I am part of the GP team here at One Day Tests and here is why you should trust us to test your blood.

QUICK AND ACCURATE RESULTS DIRECT FROM A LABORATORY.

We run our own regulated laboratories and our own accredited clinics. We manufacture our own approved home sample collection kits. Your results are looked after by our fantastic clinical governance team and our super-talented biomedical science team.

When you book your test with us - you book directly with the lab. This means accuracy and responsible duty of care, direct access to the provider and extremely fast turnaround times.

Finally, our customer services rock! You can ask the lab a question any time or you can speak to a real human. You can email us on hello@onedaytests.com or give us a call on 0127 309 2844.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Hi, I am Lana Nela, Lead Nurse, and here is what we are frequently asked about this test.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the Urea Blood Test.

What is a urea blood test normal range?

Results of the blood urea nitrogen test are measured in millimoles per litre (mmol/L). In general, around 7 to 20 mg/dL (2.5 to 7.1 mmol/L) is considered normal. However, normal ranges may vary depending on the reference range used by the lab and your age.

What causes high urea levels?

High blood urea nitrogen levels can be caused by a number of factors such as urinary tract obstruction, congestive heart failure or recent heart attack, gastrointestinal bleeding, dehydration, or shock.

Does this test identify which kidney is affected?

This test cannot pinpoint which kidney has an issue. In some cases, one kidney can compensate for a problem with the other kidney. For instance, individuals who have donated a kidney can still maintain healthy kidney function as the remaining kidney can compensate for the loss.

WHY HAVE THE TEST?

Hi, I am Nader Eldarf, I am a Biomedical Scientist in our laboratory and here is why it's important to take this test.

  1. WHY HAVE THE UREA BLOOD TEST?

    To assess overall health and detect potential kidney problems early on

    To monitor kidney function if there is an existing medical condition that could affect the kidneys, such as diabetes or high blood pressure

    To check for dehydration

    To ensure medication or lifestyle changes are not affecting kidney function

    To monitor the progress or effectiveness of treatment for kidney disease or other conditions affecting the kidneys

IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

Hi, I am Sandeep Patel, I am the Laboratory Director at One Day Tests. Here are the symptoms that you may wish to address with this test.

  1. IS THE UREA BLOOD TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

    Changes in urination, such as frequency, colour, or smell

    Swelling or puffiness in the legs, feet, or face

    Fatigue or weakness

    Loss of appetite

    Nausea or vomiting

    Confusion or difficulty concentrating

    Trouble sleeping

    Itchy or dry skin

    High blood pressure

    Unexplained weight loss or gain

  1. SYMPTOMS AND TAGS

    Gout and Kidney worry

WHY ARE BLOOD TESTS IMPORTANT?

Health monitoring is very important, you are in charge of your health - look after it.