Urinalysis: urine collection methods.

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Urinalysis

Overview of urinalysis

Urinalysis referred as urine analysis or urine test is a procedure wherein the urine from an individual is studied to identify the presence or to rule out certain underlying disorders or conditions. These disorders may be specific to the urinary system or being a general disorder such as diabetes.

Types of Urinalysis

Types of urinalysis

Urine is one of the end products of the body’s metabolic processes. Normally, urine has a specific appearance and contains traces of various by products. Any variations in these characteristics may suggest an abnormality

Urine Collection Methods

Urine collection methods

Conditions for Which Urinalysis is Advised

Urinalysis may be advised for a wide variety of conditions/disorders either as a specific diagnostic test or as a routine test to rule out the presence of any underlying pathologies. Some of the conditions or disorders for which urinalysis is commonly advised include:

Diabetes

Hematuria

Infection of the kidneys or the urinary system

Disorders of the ureters

Kidney stones

Kidney failure

Infection of the prostate gland

Heart failure^2,4,6

Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last updated: August 10, 2011

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