Urinalysis for sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis
The urinalysis is among the laboratory tests healthcare providers may use to investigate sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis. 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 sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes.
When evaluating sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis, 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 sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Distal muscle weakness
Reduced strength of the musculature of the distal extremities....
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
External ophthalmoplegia
Paralysis of the external ocular muscles....
Generalized muscle weakness
Generalized weakness or decreased strength of the muscles, affecting both distal and proximal musculature....
Hypoesthesia
Decreased ability to perceive touch....
Migraine
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by episodic attacks of headache and associated sympt...
Muscle fibrillation
Fine, rapid twitching of individual muscle fibers with little or no movement of the muscle as a whole as ascer...
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Ophthalmoparesis
Ophthalmoplegia is a paralysis or weakness of one or more of the muscles that control eye movement....
Proximal muscle weakness
A lack of strength of the proximal muscles....
Scapular winging
Abnormal protrusion of the scapula away from the surface of the back....
Other tests used to investigate sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis
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 sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis?
Yes - the urinalysis is among the tests healthcare providers may consider when evaluating sensory ataxic neuropathy, dysarthria, and ophthalmoparesis. 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.