
Author: Dr. Thomas R. Blake, MD
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How to Track Your Urine Health With Regular Testing
Urine, often overlooked as simply a waste product, is actually a powerful window into your overall health. Regularly observing its characteristics – color, clarity, odor,…
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What Is the Role of Urinalysis in Diabetes Management?
Diabetes management is a complex undertaking requiring consistent monitoring and proactive adjustments to lifestyle and treatment plans. While blood glucose testing remains the cornerstone of…
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Can Urinalysis Results Vary Throughout the Day?
Urinalysis, often referred to as a urine test, is a common diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals to evaluate various aspects of your overall health.…
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Understanding Trace Elements in Urine Tests
Urine tests are a cornerstone of modern healthcare diagnostics, offering a non-invasive window into the body’s metabolic processes and overall health status. While often associated…
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How Long After Antibiotics Should You Wait for Retesting?
Antibiotics are powerful medications designed to combat bacterial infections, but their use often leaves patients wondering about the aftermath – specifically, when it’s safe to…
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Do You Need to Fast Before a Urinalysis?
Urinalysis is one of the most common laboratory tests ordered by healthcare professionals. It’s a relatively simple procedure – providing a urine sample – but…
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What Is Casts in Urine and What Do They Indicate?
Urine analysis is a cornerstone of diagnostic medicine, offering a relatively non-invasive window into overall health and kidney function. While many aspects of a urinalysis…
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Can Urinalysis Detect Bladder Cancer?
Bladder cancer is often initially diagnosed through investigations prompted by noticeable symptoms like blood in the urine (hematuria), changes in urinary habits, or abdominal discomfort.…
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What Does It Mean If Your Urine Smells Strong?
Our bodies are constantly communicating with us, often in subtle ways we overlook. One such method of communication is through our urine – its color,…
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How Long Do Urinalysis Results Take?
Urinalysis is one of the most common laboratory tests ordered by healthcare professionals. It’s often part of a routine check-up but can also be used…