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What is a urinalysis?

A urinalysis is a common test used to analyze the content and chemical makeup of your urine. A urinalysis may be used at a healthcare provider's office if kidney disease, a urinary tract infection, or ...
Seeing blood in your urine, even a faint tinge of pink, can catch you off guard. It is one of those things people tend to Google in a hurry, usually late at night, because it feels alarming even if ...
In a urinalysis, the presence of bacteria and elevated white blood cell levels in the urine usually indicate a UTI. Further tests may be necessary if you have a history of other urinary conditions. A ...
Automated urinalysis and microscopic examination techniques have evolved considerably over recent decades, driven by the increasing need for rapid, standardised, and reliable diagnostic testing in ...
A large number of my female patients have trace blood in their urine that does not clear up with antibiotics. Should all these patients be referred to a urologist? —REBECCA A. WALDEN, PA-C, Douglas, ...
Seeing blood in your urine, even a slight pink tinge, warrants immediate medical attention. While often linked to minor issues like infections or dehydration, it can signal serious kidney or bladder ...