Porphobilinogen (PBG) – Qualitative (Urine) (BC0097)

Description

Porphobilinogen (PBG) – Qualitative (Urine) is a screening test used to detect the presence of porphobilinogen in urine. Elevated urinary PBG levels are strongly associated with acute porphyrias, particularly Acute Intermittent Porphyria (AIP). This test is useful in patients presenting with unexplained abdominal pain, neuropsychiatric symptoms, neuropathy, or dark-colored urine. Early detection supports prompt diagnosis and management of acute porphyric attacks.

Report Time

Fasting

Not Required

Reporting Time

12 Hours

Gender

Male/Female

Age Group

5-99 yrs.

Pre-Test Instructions:

No fasting required
Collect sample during acute symptoms for higher sensitivity
Protect sample from light to prevent degradation
Certain drugs may trigger porphyria—clinical history required
Positive qualitative result should be followed by quantitative PBG testing
Collect during acute symptomatic episodes for best diagnostic yield.
Avoid contamination.
Note medications as some drugs may interfere.
For 24-hour collection: mix well and record total volume.

Parameters Covered

रु 5,600

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Porphobilinogen (PBG) – Qualitative (Urine) (BC0097)

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Pre-Test Instructions:

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