Hematuria
The presence of blood in the urine. Hematuria may be gross hematuria (visible to the naked eye) or microscopic hematuria (detected by dipstick or microscopic examination of the urine).
Also called: High urine occult blood, Blood in urine.
Conditions associated with hematuria
The following conditions have been associated with hematuria in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase 1 deficiency
Any 3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase deficiency in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the MCCC1 g...
Acquired von Willebrand syndrome
Acquired von Willebrand syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Acute promyelocytic leukemia
Acute promyelocytic leukemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alport syndrome
Alport syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Anti-glomerular basement membrane disease
Anti-glomerular basement membrane disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Autoerythrocyte sensitization syndrome
Autoerythrocyte sensitization syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Castleman disease
Castleman disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chronic graft versus host disease
Chronic graft versus host disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Cocaine intoxication
Cocaine intoxication is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Combined deficiency of factor V and factor VIII
Combined deficiency of factor V and factor VIII is a medical condition that may be associated with various sym...
Congenital alpha2-antiplasmin deficiency
Congenital alpha2-antiplasmin deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Congenital factor V deficiency
Congenital factor V deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Congenital factor X deficiency
Congenital factor X deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cryoglobulinemic vasculitis
Cryoglobulinemic vasculitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage
Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Ethylene glycol poisoning
Ethylene glycol poisoning is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Fabry disease
Fabry disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Gaucher disease
Gaucher disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Glucose-galactose malabsorption
Glucose-galactose malabsorption is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis
Hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
IgG4-related retroperitoneal fibrosis
IgG4-related retroperitoneal fibrosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
Immune-mediated thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura
Immune-mediated thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura is a medical condition that may be associated with various...
Immunoglobulin A vasculitis
Immunoglobulin A vasculitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kidney Stones
Hard mineral deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause severe flank pain, blood in the urine, and urinar...
Legionnaires disease
Legionnaires disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lymphatic filariasis
Lymphatic filariasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Malakoplakia
Malakoplakia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Microscopic polyangiitis
Microscopic polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Moderate hemophilia A
Moderate hemophilia A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Non-functioning paraganglioma
Non-functioning paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Oculocerebrorenal syndrome of Lowe
Oculocerebrorenal syndrome of Lowe is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
PPFIA3-related neurodevelopmental disorder
A neurodevelopmental disorder caused by variation in the PPFIA3 gene. This disorder is characterised by develo...
Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus
Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Postinfectious vasculitis
Postinfectious vasculitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate hematuria
When investigating hematuria, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Albumin, Random Urine With Creatinine Ratio
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Anti-dsDNA Antibodies
Supports diagnosis and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus....
Bun/Creatinine Ratio Test
The BUN/Creatinine ratio blood test is used to diagnose acute or chronic renal (kidney) disease or damage. It ...
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Calcium
Measures calcium levels to evaluate bone, kidney, and parathyroid health....
Cancer & Tumor Marker Tests
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Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Complete Blood Count Test Cbc Test With Differential
A Complete Blood Count (CBC) test helps to give an overall view of general health and screens for a broad scop...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Creatinine Random Urine Test
This urine test assesses creatinine levels and can be helpful in diagnosing the health and functioning of the ...
Free PSA
Helps distinguish prostate cancer from benign prostate conditions....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside hematuria
Bone Pain
Pain originating in the bones, which can be caused by injury, infection, or other conditions....
Difficulty Starting Urination
Difficulty beginning to urinate, which can be a sign of an enlarged prostate or other conditions....
Lower Abdominal Pain
Pain in the lower abdomen, which can be related to bladder, bowel, or reproductive organs....
Painful Urination
Burning, stinging, or discomfort when urinating, most commonly caused by a urinary tract infection....
Sudden Urge to Urinate
A sudden, strong need to urinate that is difficult to delay, which can be a sign of bladder irritation or over...
Waking to Urinate at Night
The need to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt sleep and may be linked to bladder, prostat...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if hematuria is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom hematuria mean?
Hematuria is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. The presence of blood in the urine. Hematuria may be gross hematuria (visible to the naked eye) or microscopic hematuria (detected by dipstick or microscopic examination of the urine).
Which conditions are associated with hematuria?
Hematuria has been reported in association with 61 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase 1 deficiency, Acquired von Willebrand syndrome, Acute promyelocytic leukemia, Alport syndrome, Anti-glomerular basement membrane disease. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about hematuria?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.