Hemoglobinuria test

A clean-catch (midstream) urine sample is needed. The clean-catch method is used to prevent germs from the penis or vagina from getting into a urine sample. To collect your urine, you may get a special clean-catch kit from your health care provider that contains a cleansing solution and sterile wipes. Follow…

No special preparation is necessary for this test. If the collection is being taken from an infant, a couple of extra collection bags may be necessary.

The test involves only normal urination. There is no discomfort.

Hemoglobin is a molecule contained within red blood cells. Hemoglobin helps move oxygen through the body. Red blood cells have an average life span of 120 days. After this time, they are broken down into parts that can make a new red blood cell. This breakdown takes place in the spleen, bone marrow, and liver. If the…

Normally, hemoglobin does not appear in the urine.

Hemoglobinuria may be a result of any of the following: Burns Crushing injury Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) , a disorder that occurs when an infection in the digestive system produces toxic substances Kidney infection Kidney inflammation or injury including glomerulonephritis Kidney tumor Malaria Paroxysmal…

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