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Urinalysis (urine test, drug test) is a test performed on a patient's urine sample to diagnose conditions and diseases such as urinary tract infection, kidney infection, kidney stones, inflammation of the kidneys, or screen for progression of conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure.

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      Kidney Failure Kidney failure can occur from an acute event or a chronic condition or disease. Prerenal kidney failure is caused by blood loss,...learn more »
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      • Kidney failure facts
      • What are the kidneys?
      • What causes kidney failure?
      • What are the symptoms of kidney failure?
      • How is kidney failure diagnosed?
      • What is the treatment for kidney failure?
      • Diet
      • Medications
      • Dialysis
      • Hemodialysis
      • Peritoneal dialysis
      • Kidney transplantation
      • What is the prognosis for someone with kidney failure?
    • Kidney Stones
      Kidney Stones One in every 20 people develop a kidney stone at some point in their life. A kidney stone is a hard mineral and crystalline...learn more »
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      • Kidney stone facts
      • What is a kidney stone?
      • Who is at risk for kidney stones?
      • What causes kidney stones?
      • What are the symptoms and signs of kidney stones?
      • How are kidney stones diagnosed?
      • What is the treatment for kidney stones? How long does it take to pass a kidney stone?
      • How can kidney stones be prevented?
      • What is the outlook (prognosis) for kidney stones?
    • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI In Adults)
      Urinary Tract Infection (UTI In Adults) Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the kidney, ureter, bladder, and/or urethra. Not everyone with a UTI has...learn more »
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      • Urinary tract infection (UTI) facts
      • What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
      • What causes a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
      • What are urinary tract infection (UTI) risk factors?
      • Common urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms in women, men, and children
      • What are urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms and signs in women, men, and children?
      • Is there a link between urinary tract infection (UTI) and pregnancy?
      • How is a urinary tract infection (UTI) diagnosed?
      • What is the treatment for a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
      • What are common antibiotics used to treat a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
      • Are there any home remedies for a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
      • What are possible complications of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
      • What is the prognosis for a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
      • Is it possible to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) with a vaccine?
      • Can a urinary tract infection (UTI) be prevented?
      • Is it possible to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) with diet and supplements?
    • Low Blood Pressure
      Low Blood Pressure Low blood pressure, also referred to as hypotension, is blood pressure that is so low that it causes symptoms or signs due to the...learn more »
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      • Low blood pressure facts
      • What is low blood pressure?
      • How is blood pressure generated?
      • How does the body maintain normal blood pressure?
      • Is low blood pressure bad for your health?
      • What are low blood pressure signs and symptoms?
      • What are the causes of low blood pressure?
      • How is low blood pressure diagnosed and evaluated?
      • What is the treatment for low blood pressure?
    • Bladder Infection (Cystitis)
      Bladder Infection (Cystitis) Bladder infection is an infection of the bladder, usually caused by bacteria or, rarely, by Candida. Certain people, including...learn more »
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      • What is a bladder infection?
      • What causes bladder infections?
      • What are some risk factors for bladder infection?
      • What are the signs and symptoms of a bladder infection in women?
      • What are the signs and symptoms of a bladder infection in men?
      • What are the signs and symptoms of a bladder infection in children?
      • How is a bladder infection diagnosed?
      • What is the treatment for a bladder infection?
      • Are home remedies effective for a bladder infection?
      • How is a bladder infection during pregnancy treated?
      • What are potential complications of a bladder infection?
      • Can bladder infections be prevented?
      • What is the prognosis for a bladder infection?
    • Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)
      Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. The two types of diabetes...learn more »
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      • Diabetes facts
      • What is diabetes?
      • What is the impact of diabetes?
      • What causes diabetes?
      • What are the different types of diabetes?
      • Type 1 diabetes
      • Type 2 diabetes
      • Other types of diabetes
      • What are diabetes symptoms?
      • How is diabetes diagnosed?
      • Why is blood sugar checked at home?
      • What are the acute complications of diabetes?
      • What are the chronic complications of diabetes?
      • What can be done to slow diabetes complications?
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    • Kidney Failure
      • Kidney failure can occur from an acute event or a chronic condition or disease. Prerenal kidney failure is caused by blood loss, dehydration, medication.
    • Kidney Stones
      • One in every 20 people develop a kidney stone at some point in their life. A kidney stone is a hard mineral and crystalline material formed within the
    • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI In Adults)
      • Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the kidney, ureter, bladder, and/or urethra. Not everyone with a UTI has symptoms. Common symptoms include
    • Low Blood Pressure
      • Low blood pressure, also referred to as hypotension, is blood pressure that is so low that it causes symptoms or signs due to the low flow of blood through
    • Bladder Infection (Cystitis)
      • Bladder infection is an infection of the bladder, usually caused by bacteria or, rarely, by Candida. Certain people, including females, the elderly,
    • Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)
      • Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. The two types of diabetes are referred to as type
    • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
      • Kidney infection (pyelonephritis) usually is caused from bacteria that have spread from the bladder from a UTI (urinary tract infection), poor hygiene,
    • Dehydration
      • Dehydration is the excessive loss of body water. There are a number of causes of dehydration including heat exposure, prolonged vigorous exercise, and
    • Hyponatremia (Low Blood Sodium)
      • Hyponatremia is a condition where the level of sodium in the blood is low. Causes of hyponatremia can occur from excess fluid in the body, or a loss of
    • Bladder Cancer
      • Treatment for bladder cancer depends on the stage of the disease, the grade of the tumor, and the type of bladder cancer. Options for treatment include
    • Blood In Semen
      • Blood in semen is also known as hematospermia. Blood in semen can be caused by many conditions affecting the tubes that distribute semen from the testicles
    • Thrombocytopenia (Low Platelet Count)
      • Thrombocytopenia refers to a decreased number of platelets in the blood. There are many causes of thrombocytopenia such as decreased platelet production
    • Hydronephrosis
      • Hydronephrosis is a condition in which the kidney swells, due to a backup of urine. Hydronephrosis generally occurs with another disease.Symptoms of hydronephrosis
    • Rhabdomyolysis
      • Rhabdomyolysis is a rapid deterioration and destruction of skeletal muscle. Some of the causes of rhabdomyolysis include severe burns, muscle trauma, coma,
    • Ankylosing Spondylitis
      • Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that causes chronic inflammation of the spine. The tendency to develop ankylosing spondylitis is genetically
    • Testicular Pain (Pain in the Testicles)
      • Testicular pain, or pain in the testicle or testicles are caused by a variety of diseases or conditions such as testicular trauma, testicular torsion,
    • Blood in Urine
      • Blood in the urine is termed hematuria. Hematuria, whether it be gross or microscopic, is abnormal and should be further investigated.
    • Overactive Bladder
      • Overactive bladder is a sudden involuntary contraction of the muscle wall of the bladder causing urinary urgency (an immediate unstoppable need to urinate).
    • Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
      • Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP or anaphylactoid purpura), a type of blood vessel inflammation, results in rash, arthritis, and occasional abdominal cramping.
    • Hypercalcemia (Elevated Calcium Levels)
      • Hypercalcemia is a condition in which calcium levels in the blood are elevated. Hypercalcemia is associated with other conditions such as hyperparathyroidism,
    • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
      • Chronic fatigue syndrome is a debilitating and complex disorder characterized by profound fatigue that lasts 6 months or longer, is not improved by bed
    • Urinary Retention
      • Urinary retention (inability to urinate) may be caused by nerve disease, spinal cord injury, prostate enlargement, infection, surgery, medication, bladder
    • Urethral Stricture
      • A urethral stricture, or narrowing of the urethra, may cause decreased urine output. Symptoms include painful urination, urinary retention, and pelvic
    • Diabetes Insipidus
      • Diabetes insipidus is a condition in which the patient has frequent urination. Symptoms of diabetes insipidus include irritable, listless, fever, vomiting,
    • Urinary Tract Infections in Children
      • Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common in children. Symptoms and signs include fever and abdominal pain. Associated symptoms and signs include
    • Reactive Arthritis
      • Reactive arthritis is a chronic, systemic rheumatic disease characterized by three conditions, including conjunctivitis, joint inflammation, and genital,
    • Urethral Cancer
      • Urethral cancer is a rare form of cancer that primarily affects white females, people over 60 years of age, and those who have stds or who experience frequent
    • Urinary Incontinence
      • There are many types of urinary incontinence (UI), which is the accidental leakage of urine. These types include stress incontinence, urge incontinence,
    • Urinary Incontinence in Women
      • Millions of women suffer from urinary incontinence (UI). UI occurs twice as often in women as in men. There are many types of urinary incontinence: stress
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