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Little Specks In My Urine
Catecholamines are small molecules made by nerve tissue (including the brain) and the adrenal gland.
The major catecholamines are
A urine test can be done to measure the level of catecholamines in your body.
Catecholamines can also be measured with a blood test. See also:
Alternative Names
Dopamine-urine test;...
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