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When Should You Get Your Urine Checked? 5 Key Situations

When Should You Get Your Urine Checked? 5 Key Situations

Pee Priorities

Urinalysis can provide valuable health insights, but when is it really necessary? Here are five situations when you should consider getting your urine checked.
Contents
  • Unexplained Symptoms
  • Chronic Conditions
  • Pregnancy Check-ups
  • Before Surgery

Unexplained Symptoms

If you're experiencing unexplained fatigue, frequent urination, or lower back pain, a urinalysis might help identify the cause. These symptoms can sometimes indicate kidney problems or urinary tract infections that a urine test can detect.

Chronic Conditions

People with diabetes or high blood pressure should have regular urine tests. These conditions can affect kidney function over time. Urinalysis can catch early signs of kidney damage, allowing for prompt treatment.
A urinalysis can detect health issues such as kidney problems, urinary tract infections, and complications related to chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension.

Pregnancy Check-ups

Pregnant women typically have urine tests at prenatal check-ups. These can detect conditions like gestational diabetes or preeclampsia. Early detection of these issues is crucial for the health of both mother and baby.

Before Surgery

Many doctors order urinalysis before surgery. This can identify undiagnosed issues that might complicate the procedure or recovery. It's a simple precaution that can help ensure safer surgeries.

FAQs

How often should healthy adults get urinalysis?

Usually during annual check-ups, but ask your doctor.

Can at-home urine tests replace lab tests?

They're useful but less accurate than professional lab tests.

Is urinalysis painful?

No, it just requires providing a urine sample.

The Bottom Line

While not always necessary, urinalysis can be a valuable tool in monitoring your health in certain situations.
Wondering if you should get a urinalysis? Discuss your health concerns with Doctronic to determine if it's right for you.
Additional References
  1. American Urological Association. Diagnosis, Evaluation and Follow-up of Asymptomatic Microhematuria (AMH) in Adults. 2012.
  2. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Screening for Chronic Kidney Disease: Recommendation Statement. Am Fam Physician. 2014;90(3):online.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.