Ammonia
Ammonia is a waste product of protein metabolism. Elevated blood ammonia can indicate liver failure or urea cycle disorders and may cause encephalopathy.
Why a doctor may order this
To investigate hepatic encephalopathy, unexplained altered mental status, or urea cycle disorders.
Why you may need this
Your doctor may recommend this based on your symptoms or risk factors. (To investigate hepatic encephalopathy, unexplained altered mental status, or urea cycle disorders.)
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