10/08/2022
~Urinalysis is an incredibly commonly biochemical test . It is a simple and informative diagnostic test as long as the urine sample has been obtained properly and the results are interpreted appropriately ( Utsch , 2014 ) .
KEY INFORMATION :
• Urine is usually acid and contains no glucose or ketones , nor should it carry blood cells or bacteria .
• The amber colour is due to the pile pigment urobilin and the colour varies depending on the concentration .
• Strong odours or cloudiness can indicate a possible bacterial infection .
• Mid - stream urine screening for asymptotic bacteriuria is recommended as in pregnancy progression to pyelonephritis ( kidney infection ) can occur in up to 25 % of women .
• Urinary tract infection ( UTI ) is a common problem in pregnancy if pathogenic bacteria colonise the urinary tract , this bacteria commonly originates from the bowel .
These types of infections can be asymptomatic or be present with symptoms of dysuria , suprapubic discomfort , haematuria and need to frequently urinate but only able to void very little ( Marshall and Raynor , 2014
