Description
Urinalysis, Microscopic - Microscopic examination to detect the presence of abnormal urine cells and formed elements.
Urinalysis is a diagnostic tool that mainly used in the diagnosis of urinary tract diseases and other disorders that can affect the kidneys.
In microscopic urinalysis, a small sample of urine is separated to remove the liquid. The sediment is then examined under a microscope. In a typical microscopic urinalysis, the sample is examined for the presence of red and white blood cells, renal epithelial cells, bacteria, casts and crystals a sign of kidney stone. The types of cells and materials like urinary casts can yield a great detail of information and can suggest a specific diagnosis.
