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Urinalysis, Microscopic Urine Test
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Quest Diagnostics
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| Price | Coming soon | $2.99 |
| Results in | — | ~5 business days |
| Sample type | — | Urine |
| Require fasting | — | No |
About the test
This test involves a detailed microscopic examination to identify any abnormal cells or elements in the urine. It's a crucial step in diagnosing various conditions that affect the urinary tract and kidneys.
Who might consider it:
This test is often recommended for individuals experiencing symptoms that may indicate a urinary tract infection, kidney disease, or other related health issues. Symptoms can include:
- Pain or burning during urination
- Frequent urination
- Cloudy or strong-smelling urine
- Pain in the side or lower back
- Fever or chills
Included biomarkers & Reference ranges
| Biomarker | Reference range |
|---|---|
| Amorphous Sediment Reports amorphous crystals in a urine sample, shapeless mineral deposits that form as urine cools and are usually not a sign of disease. | — |
| Bacteria Reports whether bacteria are seen in your urine sample, a clue to a possible urinary tract infection that is interpreted with other urine results. | — |
| Calcium Oxalate Crystals Reports calcium oxalate crystals seen when a urine sample is examined under the microscope, which can be normal or linked to kidney stone risk. | — |
| Casts Reports casts seen when a urine sample is examined under the microscope; casts form in the kidney's tubules and some types can point to kidney problems. | — |
| Crystals Looks for crystals in your urine under the microscope, which are often harmless but can sometimes relate to kidney stones, metabolism or medications. | — |
| Granular Casts Granular casts are tiny particles seen under the microscope in urine; increased numbers can point to kidney tubule injury or kidney disease. | — |
| Hyaline Casts Clear, cylinder-shaped protein structures formed in the kidney tubules, counted in urine microscopy as one of several clues to kidney function and hydration. | — |
| Red Blood Cells (RBC), Urine Counts red blood cells seen under the microscope in your urine, used to look for bleeding anywhere in the kidneys or urinary tract. | — |
| Renal Epithelial Cells Counts renal epithelial cells seen under the microscope in your urine, cells from the kidney tubules that can signal kidney injury. | — |
| Squamous Epithelial Cells Counts squamous epithelial cells in a urine sample, mainly showing whether the sample was contaminated by skin cells from the outer genital area. | — |
| Transitional Epithelial Cells Counts transitional epithelial cells in urine, cells that line the bladder and urinary tract, as part of a routine urine microscopy. | — |
| Triple Phosphate Crystals Detects triple phosphate (struvite) crystals in urine, which usually form in alkaline urine and can be linked to certain urinary infections. | — |
| Uric Acid Crystals Detects uric acid crystals in a urine sample, which tend to form in acidic urine and can be linked to uric acid kidney stones. | — |
| White Blood Cells (WBC), Urine Counts white blood cells in a urine sample, used mainly to look for inflammation or infection in the urinary tract. | — |
| Yeast Reports yeast cells seen in a urine sample under the microscope, which can point to a yeast infection or to contamination of the sample. | — |
Reference ranges vary by lab, age, and sex (M/F). Your report shows your exact range. Click any biomarker to see its optimal range and what your results mean.
How it works
- 1. Order online No referral or insurance
- 2. Get a requisition By email in 24–72 hours
- 3. Visit a draw center Bring a matching photo ID
- 4. Get results Securely by email
- These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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