urine routine Test

The urine routine test is a combination of tests that are performed on urine and is one of the most frequently conducted tests. It comprises of the physical, chemical and microscopic examination of urine.

24 to 36 Hours

This test is conducted to screen for any kidney diseases and infections of the urinary tract. It also helps to identify diseases that cause abnormal breakdown of products that may be passed from the body in the urine. The Urine Routine test reports the following:-Presence of sugars, ketones, and proteins

Burning on urination

Frequency to urinate

Bloody or cloudy urine

Symptoms of a urinary tract infection or bladder infection

Symptoms of kidney failure 

Chills

Fever

Back pain

High blood pressure

Edema or swelling

Loss of appetite

Nausea, Vomiting

Fatigue, Sleepiness

Itching, Twitching

Metallic taste in the mouth

No special preparations required.

Specimen type: Urine , Specimen collection procedure : Mid-Stream Urine (not at the beginning and not at the end) should be collected. Care must be taken to clean the genitals well before collection.

Follow these steps to get the sample

Initial or the first few drops of the urine should be discarded in the toilet.

Mid-stream urine sample should be collected in the sterile container provided.

Latter part or the end of the urine should not be collected.

Cap the container. Keep it in the refrigerator or a cool place during the collection period.