Complete Guide on Urinalysis Tests: What, Procedure, Benefits and FAQ

Overview

Urinalysis test is not a single test but a group of tests used for the detection of overall condition of urine. This test includes physical, chemical and microscopically detection of urine samples for the overall detection and condition of urine sample. Urine is the by-product of our metabolism and it depicts very important information about the body or the person. The urinalysis is the detection of various parameters related to the urine and body functioning. Kidneys are vital organs for the excretion of waste products and this test helps to detect the functioning of kidneys. Any abnormality in the kidney can lead to various malfunctioning in the body. Doctors can suggest urinalysis tests for the symptoms like burning sensation of urine, blood with urine, abdominal pain, pelvic pain, liver abnormalities, unexplained weight loss, vomiting etc. The price of a urinalysis test in Delhi ranges from INR 100 to INR 1,500 depending on the parameters to be detected in the urine sample.

What Is a Urinalysis Test?

Urinalysis test is the complete examination of a urine sample to detect reasons for various abnormalities in the body. This test is usually divided into three parts and those are:

• Physical examination
• Chemical examination
• Microscopic examination

All these examinations give complete detail about the urine sample and help to detect the reason of abnormality attached with urinalysis.

Various parameters detected during these three observations include:

Physical Examination

• Color
• Clarity
• Odor
• Volume

Chemical Examination

• pH
• Protein
• Glucose
• Ketones
• Blood
• Bilirubin
• Urobilinogen
• Nitrites
• Leukocyte esterase

Microscopic Examination

• Red blood cells (RBCs)
• White blood cells (WBCs)
• Bacteria or yeast
• Crystals
• Casts
• Epithelial cells

What is the Procedure of the Urinalysis Test?

The procedure for the urinalysis test is simple and does not need any procedure or needle prick for sample collection. Urine is directly collected in the clean urine collection tube. Then it is handed over to the laboratory technician for the analysis. First physical analysis is carried out on the basis of urine color and the rest of the analysis is done in the laboratory as per procedure. The report for the test is available within 12 to 24 hours of the test or depends on the diagnostic laboratory.  

Why to Go for Urinalysis Tests?

There are various reasons to go for urinalysis test and some are mentioned below:

• For the detection of Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
• Helps to evaluate kidney functions
• Effective in diagnosis of diabetes
• Help to diagnose kidney stones
• Monitor chronic diseases
• Screening during pregnancy
• Helps to investigate symptoms
• Can be done on routine checkup
• Done before going for surgery

What are the Benefits of Urinalysis Test?

Various benefits related to urinalysis test includes:

• Test is Non-invasive
• Painless.
• Affordable
• Quick results
• Wide diagnostic value
• Easy repeatability
• Prevention-oriented
• Essential for monitoring

How to Check Urinalysis Test Price

To can check the urinalysis test price by visiting the City X-Ray website or contacting our diagnostic team directly. Test prices may vary based on the type of urinalysis and location. For the most accurate and updated cost, call or visit your nearest City X-Ray center.

Conclusion

Urinalysis test is the complete analysis of a urine sample for various conditions related to body and urine itself. There are various types of tests done on urine samples in this procedure like physical examination, chemical examination and microscopically examination of urine sample. All these examinations help to detect the abnormalities related to urine samples. Doctors can suggest the urine examination in various symptom cases like burning sensation of urine, abdominal pain, pelvic pain, blood with urine. There are various benefits of this test such as it is affordable, gives information about kidneys and body, helps to detect body conditions like kidney stones etc. The price of urinalysis depends on various factors and ranges from INR 100 to 1,500.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a urinalysis test?

Urinalysis test is used for the detection of urine samples for abnormalities.

When to go for urinalysis?

Doctors suggest urinalysis when there is burning sensation during urination, pelvic pain, and abdominal pain.

Is urinalysis a painful test?

Urinalysis is not a painful test.

Do patients need needle prick for urinalysis tests?

No, there is no need for urine.

Can I directly collect urine in a container?

Yes, you can collect urine directly from a container.

What is the price of a urinalysis test?

The price of urinalysis test range from INR 100 to 1,500

Is blood in urine always dangerous?

Not always, there are sometimes minor conditions.

Where to find the nearest urinalysis test center near me in Delhi?

Patients can Google nearest urinalysis test centers in Delhi for nearest urinalysis test centers or visit City Imaging and Clinical labs for urinalysis tests.