Urinalysis for Waldenström macroglobulinemia
The urinalysis is among the laboratory tests healthcare providers may use to investigate Waldenström macroglobulinemia. 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 Waldenström macroglobulinemia
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes.
When evaluating Waldenström macroglobulinemia, 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 Waldenström macroglobulinemia
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Epistaxis
Epistaxis, or nosebleed, refers to a hemorrhage localized in the nose....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....
Gingival bleeding
Hemorrhage affecting the gingiva....
Hearing impairment
A decreased magnitude of the sensory perception of sound....
Memory impairment
An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and inc...
Migraine
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by episodic attacks of headache and associated sympt...
Pedal edema
An abnormal accumulation of excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extendin...
Reduced consciousness
Abnormally diminished level of attention, responsiveness, or wakefulness....
Retinal hemorrhage
Bleeding located within the retina. Retinal hemorrhages range from the smallest dot and blot hemorrhage to mas...
Other tests used to investigate Waldenström macroglobulinemia
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 Waldenström macroglobulinemia?
Yes - the urinalysis is among the tests healthcare providers may consider when evaluating Waldenström macroglobulinemia. 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.