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  • Sodium (Na) in Urine

    Medical Test
    09/18/08, Healthwise

    A test for sodium in the urine is a 24-hour test or a one-time (spot) test that checks how much sodium is in the urine. Sodium is both an electrolyte and a mineral. It helps keep the water (the amount of fluid inside and outside the b

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  • Diabetic Nephropathy - Exams and Tests

    Article
    12/12/08, Healthwise

    Diabetic nephropathy is diagnosed using tests that check for a protein (albumin) in the urine, which is an indicator of kidney damage. Your urine will be checked for protein (urinalysis) when you are diagnosed with diabetes.

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  • Chronic Kidney Disease - Exams and Tests

    Article
    11/13/07, Healthwise

    People who have chronic kidney disease may not have symptoms of the disease until kidney function has decreased to a very low level. Tests are vital to help determine:

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  • Urodynamic tests for urinary incontinence

    Article
    09/17/08, Healthwise

    Urodynamic tests for urinary incontinence are measurements taken to evaluate your bladder's function and efficiency. The actual tests done vary from person to person.

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  • Medical history and physical exam for urinary tract infections

    Article
    06/15/07, Healthwise

    If you have symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI), your initial evaluation by your doctor will include a medical history and physical exam. A medical history includes an evaluation of your current urinary tract symptoms, history of

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  • Urine Test

    Medical Test
    09/18/08, Healthwise

    A urine test checks different components of urine, a waste product made by the kidneys. A regular urine test may be done to help find the cause of symptoms. The test can give information about your health and problems you may have.

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  • Kidney Stone Analysis

    Medical Test
    09/29/08, Healthwise

    Kidney stone analysis is a test done on a kidney stone to see what chemicals are in it. The test is done on a kidney stone that has been passed in the urine or removed from the urinary tract during surgery. Chemical analysis of a kidn

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  • Medical history and physical exam for kidney stones

    Article
    05/30/07, Healthwise

    Your first diagnosis of kidney stones often occurs when you are in great pain. Your doctor will ask a few questions and examine you before suggesting treatment.

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  • Parathyroid Hormone

    Medical Test
    06/11/08, Healthwise

    A parathyroid hormone (PTH) blood test measures the level of parathyroid hormone in the blood. This test is used to help identify hyperparathyroidism or to find the cause of abnormal calcium levels. PTH controls calcium and ph

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  • Acute Renal Failure - Exams and Tests

    Article
    06/14/07, Healthwise

    Your doctor will begin to evaluate your acute renal failure with a medical history and physical exam. Your doctor will review your health history and hospital chart (if you are currently in the hospital), check all the medicines y

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