What does the Uranium (Urine) test measure?

Why is Uranium (Urine) measured?

Elevated urinary uranium indicates internal exposure; nephrotoxicity manifests as proximal tubular dysfunction. Radiological risk is low except in very high exposures. Uranium exposure is assessed in populations near mining sites and in military personnel exposed to depleted uranium.

Reference ranges

Standard reference

<0.05 µg/g creatinine

Functional medicine optimal

<0.03 µg/g creatinine in unexposed populations.

Units

µg/g creatinine, µg/L

Reference ranges vary by laboratory and assay platform. Interpret in context of the issuing laboratory's stated range.