Urinalysis for Crigler-Najjar syndrome
The urinalysis is among the laboratory tests healthcare providers may use to investigate Crigler-Najjar syndrome. Learn what it measures, how to prepare, and what results can tell a provider. Educational content only - not a diagnosis.
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- Sample type
- Urine
- Typical turnaround
- 1-2 business days
- Preparation
- First morning sample preferred; avoid contamination.
Why the urinalysis may be ordered for Crigler-Najjar syndrome
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes.
When evaluating Crigler-Najjar syndrome, a healthcare provider may order the urinalysis alongside other tests based on your symptoms, history, and physical exam. Test selection and result interpretation are clinical decisions made by a qualified professional.
Symptoms associated with Crigler-Najjar syndrome
Drowsiness
Abnormal feeling of sleepiness or difficulty staying awake....
Hearing impairment
A decreased magnitude of the sensory perception of sound....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Memory impairment
An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and inc...
Ophthalmoparesis
Ophthalmoplegia is a paralysis or weakness of one or more of the muscles that control eye movement....
Poor suck
An inadequate sucking reflex, resulting in the difficult of newborns to be breast-fed....
Pruritus
Pruritus is an itch or a sensation that makes a person want to scratch. This term refers to an abnormally incr...
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vertigo
An abnormal sensation of spinning while the body is actually stationary....
Other tests used to investigate Crigler-Najjar syndrome
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the urinalysis used to investigate Crigler-Najjar syndrome?
Yes - the urinalysis is among the tests healthcare providers may consider when evaluating Crigler-Najjar syndrome. Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
How should I prepare for the urinalysis?
First morning sample preferred; avoid contamination.
How long does the urinalysis take?
Results for the urinalysis are typically available within 1-2 business days depending on the laboratory.
Does this website interpret my urinalysis result?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not interpret laboratory results. Discuss all results with a qualified healthcare provider.