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Urinalysis is a critical tool for diagnosing kidney failure, diabetes, urinary tract tumors or infections, and many other diseases.

by Randy Kidd, DVM, PHD

Urinalysis is a screening test that may be helpful in diagnosing many diseases, but it is an especially important test to perform whenever any urinary tract disease or abnormality is expected. Abnormal appearing urine (cloudy or red colored), difficulty in urinating, abnormal frequency of urination, or abnormal flow are all indications for ordering a urinalysis. The test is noninvasive, relatively easy to interpret, and nearly every veterinary clinic has the reagents and instruments necessary to perform it.

Cystocentesis, or drawing urine directly from the dog’s bladder with a needle, may be performed with or without ultrasound to locate the bladder and position the needle.

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