In a test called a urinalysis, a sample of urine (TEE) is examined to see if it contains blood. In some cases, blood can be seen in one’s urine. This can cause the urine to take on a reddish or reddish color. However, you can also have a small amount of blood in your urine. A urine test can find a small number of blood cells in your urine, but it can also find other types of cells, chemicals, and drugs.
Blood in urine is usually not serious. In some cases, however, reddish blood or white blood cells in the urine can mean the presence of a disease that needs to be treated, such as a urinary tract infection (UTI), kidney disease, or liver disease.
Other names: microscopic urinalysis, microscopic urinalysis, urine analysis, urinalysis, UA, urine microscopy.
What is it used for?
Urinalysis, which also includes a blood test in the urine, is used to test joint health and relates to the health of the urinary tract, kidneys, and liver. This test can also be used to detect health issues other than blood in urine.
Why do I need a blood test?
Care providers can order a urine test as part of a simple lab test. You may need this study if you have seen blood in your urine or have other symptoms that may be caused by kidney or urinary tract problems. These symptoms may include
- Peeing
- Frequent paddling
- Back pain
- Abdominal pain
What happens in the blood during the urine test?
You will need to give the urine monster for testing. Caregivers can provide cleaning cloths, containers, and pamphlets on how to collect a urine sample using the “clean catch” method. It is important to follow these instructions to ensure that the sample is free of skin viruses.
- Wash and dry hands with soap.
- Open the container without touching the inside.
- Clean the genital area with a purifying rinse:
- Wipe the entire glans of the penis. If there is any last flesh, pull it back to the beginning.
- For the vagina, separate the labia (the skin will fold around the vagina) and wipe inside from front to back.
- Take urine in the toilet for a few seconds to deprive it of power. Start peeing again. Do not touch the container to your body.
- Collect at least 1-2 ounces of urine in the container. The container should be labeled to indicate how much urine is needed.
- Take pee in the laundry room.
- Place lid on bottle and return as directed.
If you have bleeding or period hemo, tell your care provider before starting the test.Extblood will turn into a urine monster and affect the test results.
Need to prepare for the test?
No special substances are needed before taking the blood in urine test. If your doctor orders other urine or blood tests, you may need to fast for a few hours (without eating or drinking) for the test. Your doctor will tell you if you should follow any special instructions.
Are there any risks associated with the test?
There are no general risks associated with urine or blood tests.
What do the results mean?
Many loads can cause blood in the urine. Most of this is not serious. Blood can be caused by taking certain drugs, strenuous exercise, sexual arousal or menstruation (with periods).
However, blood in the urine can be a symptom of more serious problems such as
- Bladder, kidney, or prostate infection
- Urinary or kidney stones
- Kidney damage from tragedy or sports
- Viral infections, including hepatitis (a liver disease that causes inflammation)
- Cancer of the bladder, kidney, or prostate.
- Enlarged prostate (BPH).
- Kidney inflammation, urethra or bladder
- Blood disorders
- Multiple cystic kidneys
- Disorders of the urie (the tube that connects the kidney to the bladder)
If your test produces blood in your urine, you may have to do more research to find out why it is there. Consult your internet provider to find out what the results mean.
What else do I need to know about the blood in my urine test?
Blood during a urinalysis is generally considered part of a simple urine test. A urinalysis will also detect other substances in the urine, such as protein, acidity and sugar levels, cells, and crystals.
Supplied by MedlinePlus from the State Medical Library.
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