Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Urine Studies I: Urinalysis

Urine Studies I: Urinalysis

Urinalysis is a widely used diagnostic test that analyzes urine's physical, chemical, and microscopic characteristics. Healthcare providers use it to detect and monitor various health conditions, including renal disease, urinary tract infections (UTIs), diabetes, and metabolic or systemic disorders.Components of UrinalysisUrinalysis consists of three primary components: physical, chemical, and microscopic examination. Each provides unique insights into the urine sample and, by extension, the...

Urinary Tract Infection III: Diagnostic Studies and Interprofessional Care

Urinary Tract Infection III: Diagnostic Studies and Interprofessional Care

A healthcare provider can diagnose a urinary tract infection (UTI) through several methods:Medical History and Symptoms: The provider will take a detailed medical history and ask about symptoms such as frequent urination, burning sensation during urination, and lower abdominal pain.Urinalysis: A clean-catch urine sample is collected in a sterile container and tested for the presence of bacteria, white blood cells (leukocytes), nitrites, blood, and protein. The presence of leukocytes and...

Acute Pyelonephritis II: Diagnostic Studies and Management

Acute Pyelonephritis II: Diagnostic Studies and Management

Introduction:For diagnosing acute pyelonephritis, a comprehensive patient history is collected to identify symptoms such as dysuria, frequent or urgent urination, flank pain, or costovertebral angle (CVA) tenderness that may suggest a kidney infection.Physical ExaminationDuring the physical examination, CVA tenderness is assessed. This involves gentle percussion over the costovertebral angle, where tenderness often indicates a kidney infection.Diagnostic TestsUrinalysis: Used to identify white...

Urinary Tract Infection IV: Nursing Management

Urinary Tract Infection IV: Nursing Management

In managing urinary tract infections (UTIs) in nursing, a comprehensive assessment is essential. Begin by gathering subjective data, such as the patient’s complaints of dysuria (painful urination), urinary frequency, urgency, suprapubic pain, and any lower abdominal discomfort. This information can be complemented by questions regarding previous UTIs, sexual activity, and personal hygiene practices, which can provide insight into risk factors. Objective assessment should focus on signs...

Urinary Tract Calculi V: Nursing Management

Urinary Tract Calculi V: Nursing Management

AssessmentSubjective Data: Obtain a detailed health history, including any recent or chronic urinary tract infections, periods of immobilization, previous episodes of renal calculi, and medical conditions such as gout, benign prostatic hyperplasia, or hyperparathyroidism. Review the medication history for drugs that may influence stone formation, including allopurinol, analgesics, loop diuretics, or thiazide diuretics. Document the use of long-term indwelling catheters and any past surgical...

Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History

Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History

The genitourinary system is critical to maintaining fluid balance, waste elimination, and reproductive function. Nurses play a vital role in assessing this system, beginning with a thorough health history. This process involves gathering patient information, identifying risk factors, and recognizing symptoms of genitourinary disorders. Early detection is vital for timely interventions and management.1. Gathering Patient InformationA complete health history includes the patient’s personal,...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

A sensitive and specific assay to characterize plasma kallikrein activity in plasma from patients with hereditary angioedema.

The World Allergy Organization journal·2025

Same author

Top-down regulation of subcortical regions by hippocampal long-range inhibition.

Current biology : CB·2025

Same author

Trainee experience in virtual reality simulation in orbital surgery.

Orbit (Amsterdam, Netherlands)·2024

Same author

Hypothalamic regulation of hippocampal CA1 interneurons by the supramammillary nucleus.

Cell reports·2024

Same author

Dorsoventral Heterogeneity of Synaptic Connectivity in Hippocampal CA3 Pyramidal Neurons.

The Journal of neuroscience : the official journal of the Society for Neuroscience·2024

Same author

Oral FXIIa inhibitor KV998086 suppresses FXIIa and single chain FXII mediated kallikrein kinin system activation.

Frontiers in pharmacology·2024

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography

Published on: June 21, 2024

Urinalysis: case presentations for the primary care physician.

Victoria J Sharp¹, Daniel K Lee¹, Eric J Askeland¹

¹University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA.

American Family Physician

|November 5, 2014

Summary

Urinalysis aids in diagnosing urinary issues, but microscopic hematuria requires confirmation. Asymptomatic bacteriuria in nonpregnant adults typically doesn't need treatment, even with catheters.

More Related Videos

Low-Cost, Volume-Controlled Dipstick Urinalysis for Home-Testing

Low-Cost, Volume-Controlled Dipstick Urinalysis for Home-Testing

Published on: May 8, 2021

Recurrent Escherichia coli Urinary Tract Infection Triggered by Gardnerella vaginalis Bladder Exposure in Mice

Recurrent Escherichia coli Urinary Tract Infection Triggered by Gardnerella vaginalis Bladder Exposure in Mice

Published on: December 4, 2020

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography

Published on: June 21, 2024

Low-Cost, Volume-Controlled Dipstick Urinalysis for Home-Testing

Low-Cost, Volume-Controlled Dipstick Urinalysis for Home-Testing

Published on: May 8, 2021

Recurrent Escherichia coli Urinary Tract Infection Triggered by Gardnerella vaginalis Bladder Exposure in Mice

Recurrent Escherichia coli Urinary Tract Infection Triggered by Gardnerella vaginalis Bladder Exposure in Mice

Published on: December 4, 2020

Area of Science:

Urology
Nephrology
Diagnostic Medicine

Background:

Urinalysis is a key diagnostic tool for systemic and genitourinary conditions.
Microscopic hematuria evaluation necessitates confirmation beyond urine dipstick tests.
Diagnosing urinary tract infections in patients with ureteral stents requires more than urinalysis.

Observation:

Microscopic hematuria evaluation should involve renal function tests, imaging, and cystoscopy when no clear cause is identified.
Plain radiography is preferred over CT for identifying ureteral stents.
Asymptomatic bacteriuria is defined as bacterial isolation from urine without infection symptoms.

Findings:

Urinalysis alone is insufficient for diagnosing urinary tract infections in patients with ureteral stents.
Plain radiography effectively identifies ureteral stents.
Treatment for asymptomatic bacteriuria is generally not recommended for nonpregnant adults, irrespective of urinary catheter use.

Implications:

Accurate diagnosis of microscopic hematuria requires a multi-faceted approach.
Imaging choices for ureteral stent detection should prioritize plain radiography.
Current guidelines advise against treating asymptomatic bacteriuria in most nonpregnant adults, simplifying clinical management.