A client being assessed for adrenal medulla function through the use of a urinalysis involves measuring
a. catecholamines and metabolites.
b. diurnal excretion of glucose.
c. calcitonin and parathyroid hormone.
d. growth hormone and ADH.
A
The function of the adrenal medulla can be assessed through urine levels of catecholamines and their metabolites (e.g., vanillylmandelic acid, or VMA). A 24-hour urine specimen is collected and assayed. Glucose is not excreted in a diurnal pattern. Calcitonin and parathyroid hormones are not measured through a UA. Growth hormone and ADH are secreted by the pituitary gland.
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