Urinalysis Diagnostic and Surgical Procedures Urinalysis Urinalysis, examination of the chemical content of urine, can provide important information about the urinary tract as well as other systems of the body. Urinalysis refers to examination of the chemical content of urine. A urine sample is collected during a visit to the doctor's office. Chemical strips are dipped into the urine.
Color changes on the strips indicate the chemical content of the urine.
In some cases, the sample may need to be sent to a laboratory for more detailed analyses. Bacteria cultured from urine indicate a urinary tract infection . The material in this article is provided for informational purposes only. For specific medical advice or diagnosis, consult a healthcare provider. For a physician referral, click the button above.