Urine tests are used for a variety of reasons, including:
- Diagnosis: To diagnose diseases or conditions, such as urinary tract infections, kidney stones, diabetes, and liver disease.
- Screening: To screen for potential health problems, such as kidney disease, diabetes, and sexually transmitted infections.
- Monitoring: To monitor the progress of a disease or the effectiveness of a treatment.
- Pre-operative assessment: To assess a patient’s overall health before surgery.
- Routine check-ups: To assess a person’s general health and detect any abnormalities.
