General Urinalyses in Port Orange, FL
Did you know that your urine can reveal a lot about your health? It can. For instance, by testing just one small urine sample, a healthcare provider can diagnose a health issue, such as a urinary tract infection (UTI), detect early signs of a chronic medical condition, such as diabetes, or find important clues about the source of troubling symptoms, such as low back pain and frequent urination.
The licensed and experienced providers at Halifax Health ExpressCare in Port Orange, Florida, perform general urinalyses in our on-site clinical lab. After collecting your urine sample, we can immediately evaluate its appearance, concentration, and content, and then use our findings to provide you with personalized healthcare.
Why Are General Urinalyses Done?
The team at Halifax Health ExpressCare might suggest a urinalysis to:
- Gauge your overall health – We may include a urinalysis as part of a routine physical examination, pregnancy checkup, or surgical clearance.
- Diagnose a medical condition – The results of a urinalysis can help us determine the cause of symptoms, such as abdominal pain, bloody urine, painful urination, and other urinary issues.
- Monitor a chronic health condition – If you are diagnosed with recurrent UTIs or kidney disease, we may recommend testing your urine regularly to monitor your condition and treatment.
What Do General Urinalyses Involve?
General urinalyses have two steps: a visual inspection of the urine sample, including its clarity and color, and a dipstick test. Using a chemical-coated strip that changes color in the presence of certain substances, we can identify potential health issues, such as dehydration and kidney stones.
It is important to note that the results of a routine urine test—while valuable—are not conclusive. If a possible issue is detected, further testing will likely be needed to help us reach a definitive diagnosis.
Halifax Health ExpressCare makes general urinalyses and other non-emergency healthcare services easily accessible in Port Orange, FL. Walk in. Walk out. Feel better.
