Urine Tests

Urine test may include tests for the following:

Sugar

Sugar in urine is a warning sign for diabetes.

Protein

Albumin in urine may mean kidney disease.

Blood Cells

May mean infection, tumours, stone, injury.

Minerals

Too little Potassium may indicate kidney disease.

Poisons

Includes lead and mercury.

Drugs

Aspirin, Heroin, Steroids may show-up in urine.

Hormones

A pregnant woman will have a hormone called HCG in urine.

Enzymes

Abnormal levels may indicate glandular disorders.

Bacteria / Yeast

Can mean infection of the urinary tract.