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Sodium - urine

Alternative Names: Urinary 24 hours sodium; Urine Na+ What the risks are: There are no risks. Special considerations: Text Continues Below Deficient or excessive amounts of sodium in the diet may affect test results. Drugs that can increase test measurements include some antibiotics, diuretics, prostaglandins, and certain corticosteroids. Drugs that can decrease test measurements include NSAIDs.

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