Urinalysis (Urine Screening)

PURPOSE OF URINALYSIS

A urinalysis is a test of the urine and is used to detect and treat a wide range of diseases and disorders. Among the most common conditions tested for via urinalysis are pregnancy, urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes. Part of the urinalysis involves the professional observation of the appearance, content, and concentration of urine. An abnormal result often points toward an illness or a disease.

URINALYSIS TESTS

Our laboratory will be assessing the following items during a urine analysis:

• Red or white blood cells 
  Our technicians will do a microscopic analysis of your urine sample to check for the presence of blood cells. If they are found, this could indicate a number of abnormalities.
• pH balance
  If your urine is more acidic or alkaline than is typical, it can imply a variety of conditions and should be monitored.
• Protein levels
  If protein is present in the urine, it can point to pregnancy or a serious medical issue.
• Glucose
  The presence of glucose in the urine could be a sign of diabetes or other serious problems with the blood sugar.
• Nitrites 
  If our technicians find nitrites or the products of bacteria as it breaks down in the urine, this could be a sign of a urinary tract infection.
• Microscopic analysis
  Our team will use microscopic analysis to check for a range of components that could signify an abnormal condition or illness, including crystals, yeast cells, specific gravity, bacteria, casts, parasites, or squamous cells.
• Color
  Abnormalities in the color of the urine can point to issues with medications, fluid balance, or diet. It can also indicate certain diseases.
• Odor
  If the odor of the urine is particularly strong or unpleasant, our team may want to conduct further tests to find the cause.
• Appearance
  In particular, cloudiness can signify that bacteria, sperm, mucus, blood, or crystals are present, all of which could point to different conditions that may need to be tested further.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A URINALYSIS TEST

To perform a urinalysis, you will be asked to provide a urine sample. We will provide you will a sanitary, private restroom in which to provide the sample. We will then comprehensively test the sample through a number of methods in order to conclusively determine the cause of your symptoms or condition. Depending on the diagnose, our skilled staff will discuss treatment options with you, informing your of your options, and allowing you the opportunity to make an informed decision about your care.

SCHEDULE A URINE ANALYSIS

If you believe that you may be pregnant, have a urinary tract infection, or may be suffering from diabetes and believe that a urinalysis may provide important insight, consider stopping by Universtiy Urgent Care in Fort Worth, TX at your earliest convenience. We pride ourselves on providing a number of comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services to help you make informed decisions about your medical care.