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Urinalysis
Also known as: Urine test
Formal name: Urinalysis
Related tests: Urine culture, Urine protein
Why get tested?
To screen for metabolic and kidney disorders and for urinary tract
infections.
When to get tested?
During a routine physical or when you have symptoms of a urinary tract
infection, such as abdominal pain, back pain, frequent or painful urination, or
blood in the urine; as part of a pregnancy checkup, a hospital admission, or a
pre-surgical work-up
Sample required?
One or two ounces of urine; first morning sample is most valuable.
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