Urea Blood Test

Measures urea in serum.

Measures

Urea in serum.

Why it matters

Urea is produced by the liver as it processes protein, then cleared by the kidneys. Circulating levels therefore reflect both protein turnover and kidney clearance.

Because two systems influence it, urea is read alongside creatinine rather than alone — the relationship between them is more informative than either.

Before you collect

Recent high protein intake and hydration status both affect urea.

Suits

People monitoring kidney markers with a practitioner.

Your next step

Once you have your results, book with a Canwell naturopath, nutritionist or practitioner to talk them through and build a wellness plan that suits you. Book with Canwell