Rare tumors outside the adrenal glands that secrete similar hormones. 2. Interpretation of Results
A typically benign adrenal gland tumor in adults that causes excessive hormone production.
This guide outlines the clinical interpretation, collection procedures, and reference standards for urinary catecholamine testing, primarily used to diagnose neuroendocrine tumors. Rare tumors outside the adrenal glands that secrete
Interpretation relies on comparing 24-hour excretion levels against established reference ranges.
Cases of unusually severe or intermittent high blood pressure, especially before age 20. Rare tumors outside the adrenal glands that secrete
The measurement of urinary catecholamines (epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine) is essential for diagnosing and monitoring several conditions:
Catecholamines Fractionated by LC-MS/MS, Urine Free - ARUP Lab Rare tumors outside the adrenal glands that secrete
Primarily used as a marker for neuroblastoma in children, often analyzed alongside VMA and HVA. Adult Reference Ranges (Approximate): Epinephrine: < 18.3 µg/24h or < 30 µg/24h Norepinephrine: < 84.6 µg/24h or < 60 µg/24h Dopamine: < 459.6 µg/24h or < 600 µg/24h 3. 24-Hour Collection Protocol