Urine Routine Examination

• Screens for various health conditions, including:
  • Kidney problems: The presence of red blood cells (hematuria) can indicate kidney stones or other issues.
  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs): White blood cells (pyuria) suggest a possible UTI.
  • Kidney inflammation: Eosinophils, a type of white blood cell, might be elevated in some inflammatory kidney diseases.
• Monitors existing health conditions like diabetes by checking for glucose (sugar) levels.

People experiencing symptoms that might indicate a urinary tract infection (UTI), kidney disease, or diabetes. These symptoms can include:

• Frequent urination
• Pain or burning sensation during urination
• Difficulty emptying the bladder completely
• Blood in the urine (hematuria)
• Abdominal pain
• Back pain (especially in the case of a kidney infection)
• Pelvic pain (more common in females)
• High fever (more common in a kidney infection)

A routine urine examination, also called a urinalysis, measures several things about your urine to assess your overall health and detect potential problems. Here's a breakdown of what it typically measures:

• Appearance: This includes the color, clarity, and concentration of your urine. Cloudiness can indicate infection, while dark yellow or concentrated urine can suggest dehydration.
• Chemical composition: The test checks for the presence and levels of various chemicals in your urine, such as:
  • Glucose: High levels of glucose might suggest uncontrolled diabetes.
  • Protein: Excess protein can be a sign of kidney damage.
  • Blood: The presence of red blood cells (hematuria) can indicate kidney stones, infections, or other problems.
  • pH level: This measures how acidic or alkaline your urine is. Abnormal pH levels can be associated with various conditions.
• Microscopic analysis: The urine sample is examined under a microscope to look for the presence and quantity of:
  • Red blood cells (RBCs): As mentioned earlier, RBCs can indicate problems in the urinary tract or kidneys.
  • White blood cells (WBCs): Elevated WBCs are a sign of possible infection, often a UTI.
  • Other cells: The presence of other cells, like epithelial cells or casts, can provide clues about the location and nature of any underlying issues.

This test requires a urine sample. Patient will be explained how to collect mid-stream urine sample in a sterile container.

Following are general guidelines and specific thresholds for abnormality might vary depending on the lab. A single abnormal finding doesn't necessarily mean a serious problem. Your doctor will interpret the results in context with your symptoms and medical history.

A Urine Test, or Urine Routine Test, is a comprehensive diagnostic tool that involves physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of a urine sample to detect signs of various health conditions.

The Urine Test is crucial for screening, diagnosing, and monitoring a wide range of health conditions, including kidney disease, diabetes, UTIs, and liver disorders. Urine Tests enable early detection and treatment assessment. 

Normal levels for a Urine Test show that urine can range from almost colourless to dark yellow and is usually clear. In a healthy sample, glucose, ketones, protein, and bilirubin are typically not detectable. Additionally, red blood cells, white blood cells, haemoglobin, and nitrites should be absent, indicating normal kidney and urinary function.

A Urine Test includes several parameters that provide comprehensive insights into urinary health. It assesses physical characteristics such as colour, clarity, and foam content. Additionally, a microscopic examination checks for cells, bacteria, and crystals. Chemical tests evaluate important factors, including pH, protein, glucose, nitrites, bilirubin, and blood, helping to identify potential health issues or monitor existing conditions effectively.

Symptoms that may indicate urinary issues include frequent or painful urination, blood in the urine, cloudy or abnormally coloured urine, foamy urine, and persistent abdominal or back pain. If you experience these symptoms, a Urine Test is essential for diagnosing underlying issues and determining appropriate treatment.

Urine Tests can help detect kidney disease, UTIs, kidney stones, poorly controlled diabetes, bladder or kidney cancer, and liver disease. 

To collect a urine sample for Urine Test, start by ensuring you have a clean, sterile container provided by your healthcare provider. It's best to avoid collecting urine during your menstrual period. Before collecting the sample, first wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, and clean the genital area with a disposable wipe to reduce contamination. Begin urinating into the toilet, and then, without pausing, collect the midstream urine directly into the container.

This method, known as a "midstream catch" method helps reduce contamination from skin or external areas. Once you've collected the sample, securely close the container and label it with your name and the date. Finally, deliver the sample to your healthcare provider or lab as soon as possible, ideally within an hour, to assure accurate test results.

Anyone can undergo a Urine Test, but it is especially recommended for individuals with urinary tract symptoms, those with conditions like kidney disease or diabetes, pregnant women, and those preparing for surgery.

Benefits of a urine RE test include early disease detection, monitoring disease progression, evaluating treatment effectiveness, and identifying potential health issues before symptoms appear.

Fasting is usually not necessary before a Urine Test. However, certain foods and medications may influence the results, so it's recommended to consult with your healthcare provider for any specific preparation instructions.

Yes, Metropolis Healthcare provides a convenient home sample collection service for Urine Routine Tests. Patients can collect their urine sample at home using the clean catch method and then deliver it to the laboratory or healthcare provider.

The turnaround time for Urine Test reports is typically within 4 hours, depending on when the sample is collected and processed.