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Had 24 hour urine for catecholamines and 5 hiaa. results were elevated epinephrine levels. what could that mean? my symptoms include episodes or rapid/forceful heartbeat, tingling in hands...

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Dr. James Chapman answered

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Further testing: The 24 hr urine is a screening test, and if abnormal, may require more detailed blood testing, or even referral to an endocrinologist. This raises the question of a possible adrenal gland abnormality, but epinephrine levels may be elevated just in response to stress.

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Answered 3/14/2015

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A member asked:

Had 24 hour urine for catecholamines and 5 hiaa. results were elevated epinephrine levels. what could that mean? my symptoms include episodes or rapid/forceful heartbeat, tingling in hands...

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Chapman answered

Dr Amico Jr and another doctor agreed

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