An analysis of the urine to determine how the kidneys are functioning and the health of other organs.
The analysis of urine, to detect diseases such as diabetes mellitus.
A series of tests run on a sample of urine; often considered a kind of kidney function test, it also tests for a wide variety of other problems and disorders. The urine is first examined for its general characteristics, such as color, acidity (pH), clarity or cloudiness, and concentration.
Analysis of urine by physical, chemical, or microscopic means to reveal color, turbidity, pH, and the possible presence of microorganisms, blood, pus, or crystals, or abnormal levels of ketones, proteins, sugar, and other compounds. Urinalysis is an important aid in diagnosing urinary system disorders, metabolic disorders, and other conditions.
Evaluation of a sample of urine to look for abnormal substances that could indicate a health problem; used to confirm a pregnancy. Urinalysis is also used to diagnose urinary tract infections and diabetes.
A diagnostic tool that involves taking a sample of urine for chemical analysis in a laboratory. Urinalysis can reveal abnormal substances in urine that may indicate conditions, diseases, or other medical problems. White blood cells in the urine, for example, may reveal an infection in the body. Red blood cells can signal a tumor, a kidney stone, a kidney disorder, or a problem with the ureter or bladder. When bile is found in the urine, it may indicate liver disease. The presence of glucose in urine suggests diabetes mellitus.
The analysis of urine, using physical, chemical, and microscopical tests, to determine the proportions of its normal constituents and to detect alcohol, drugs, sugar, or other abnormal constituents.
Analysis of the physical and chemical composition of urine to detect variations in the substances normally present, and to identify any abnormal constituents such as sugar, blood, drugs or alcohol. Sugar, protein and blood can be identified using chemically impregnated dipsticks which change colour in the presence of these substances. The presence of microscopic haematuria (blood in the urine) should be confirmed by microscopic examination of a fresh, midstream urine specimen. The specimen should also be sent for bacteriological culture to exclude or identify infection. Protein in the urine may be a sign of kidney dysfunction but a small amount, especially first thing in the morning, may be normal. Cytological examination will identify abnormal or malignant cells in the urinary tract.
Screening test to determine whether urinary tract infection, bladder stones, or other abnormality is, or may be, present.
A physical, microscopic, or chemical examination of urine for color density, acidity, and other conditions.
Examinations conducted on urine encompass various assessments, including evaluating its physical attributes like color, turbidity, and density. Additionally, microscopic scrutiny is employed to detect irregularities such as blood or uric acid crystals. Urine cultures aid in identifying infectious agents, while chemical analysis techniques like dipstick urinalysis are also employed.
Dipstick urinalysis entails immersing a testing strip into a urine sample; designated squares on the strip that are impregnated with chemicals alter their color when exposed to specific substances. The degree of color alteration indicates the quantity of the substance existing within the urine.
Urinalysis serves as a method to assess kidney performance and to identify urinary tract infections, along with ailments like diabetes mellitus. Additionally, urinalysis finds application in pregnancy testing.