Understanding Your Calcium Balance: A Key to Kidney and Bone Health
When you experience recurrent kidney stones, unexplained bone pain, or persistent fatigue, it can be frustrating not knowing the cause. The Calcium Excretion 2 Hour Fasting Urine Test provides the answers you need to understand your body’s calcium metabolism and take control of your health journey.
What This Test Reveals About Your Health
This specialised test measures how much calcium your kidneys excrete over a controlled 2-hour period after fasting. Unlike standard blood tests that show calcium levels at a single moment, this test provides dynamic information about how your body processes calcium throughout the day. Abnormal calcium excretion patterns can indicate:
- Increased risk of kidney stone formation
- Bone density issues and osteoporosis risk
- Parathyroid gland disorders
- Vitamin D metabolism problems
- Underlying metabolic conditions affecting calcium balance
Who Should Consider This Important Test?
If you experience any of these symptoms or risk factors, this test could provide crucial insights:
- Recurrent kidney stones or family history of stone formation
- Unexplained bone pain or frequent fractures
- Diagnosed osteoporosis or osteopenia requiring monitoring
- Chronic fatigue with no clear cause
- Abnormal blood calcium levels in previous tests
- Family history of parathyroid or calcium disorders
- Patients on long-term steroid treatment affecting bone health
Why Early Detection Matters for Your Long-term Health
Identifying calcium metabolism issues early can prevent serious complications and guide effective treatment. The benefits of timely testing include:
- Prevent painful kidney stones through proper dietary and medical management
- Protect bone density and reduce fracture risk as you age
- Avoid emergency hospital visits for kidney stone attacks
- Personalised treatment plans based on your specific calcium metabolism
- Peace of mind knowing your calcium balance is properly monitored
Understanding Your Results: Clear Guidance Every Step
Our medical team provides comprehensive result interpretation that’s easy to understand. You’ll receive:
- Clear numerical values with normal range comparisons
- Expert commentary explaining what your results mean for your health
- Personalised recommendations for follow-up care if needed
- Direct access to our medical team for any questions
- Secure digital delivery of your results for easy sharing with your doctor
Affordable Health Screening with Exceptional Value
| Test | Regular Price | Special Price | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium Excretion 2 Hour Fasting Urine Test | ZAR 150 | ZAR 150 | Daily |
Considering that a single kidney stone episode can cost thousands in emergency care and lost work time, this ZAR 150 investment in preventive health screening offers exceptional value and peace of mind.
Trusted Nationwide Coverage Across South Africa
Oracle Genomics brings professional medical testing to communities across our beautiful country. With convenient collection centres in:
- Johannesburg and surrounding Gauteng areas
- Cape Town and Western Cape region
- Durban and KwaZulu-Natal coastal areas
- Pretoria and Tshwane metropolitan region
- Plus many other locations nationwide
Our commitment to accuracy means we use the advanced Arsenazo III methodology, ensuring reliable results you and your healthcare provider can trust completely.
Take Control of Your Health Today
Don’t wait for symptoms to worsen or complications to develop. Early detection of calcium metabolism issues can transform your health journey and prevent serious conditions. Our simple testing process and expert support make taking this important step easier than you might think.
Book your Calcium Excretion Test now for just ZAR 150 and gain the clarity you need for better kidney and bone health. Our friendly medical team is ready to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have about this important health screening.
Contact Oracle Genomics today to schedule your test or visit one of our nationwide collection centres. Your journey to understanding your calcium balance and protecting your long-term health starts with this simple, affordable test.
