URINARY IODINE, DOSAGE

Collection Instr. …………: Collect all urine, starting from the first one in the morning, for 24 hours;

Do not make physical effort during the collection period;

Maintain normal daily routine;

Do not increase the daily consumption of liquids, except under medical supervision.

Technical information: According to the International Council for the Control of Iodine Deficiency Disorders, only 74% of the Brazilian population has access to the minimum amounts necessary to avoid the evils of deficiency. Incorrect iodine supplementation can lead to metabolic disorders, just as insufficient iodine levels can prevent thyroid hormones from being functional and active. For this reason, the importance of knowledge of levels and proper monitoring.