Urine And Sputum Test Lab in Malad

Malad's comprehensive urine and sputum test lab

Our cutting-edge lab in Malad provides comprehensive urine and sputum testing services, ensuring precise and timely results for all of your diagnostic requirements. Our lab, which is equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by experienced professionals, offers detailed analyses that aid in the effective diagnosis and management of a wide range of health conditions. We put patient comfort and convenience first, upholding strict hygiene standards and providing efficient sample collection processes. Our Malad lab provides dependable and accurate urine and sputum tests, which contribute to your overall health and well-being.

What is sputum?

Sputum is a thick type of mucus produced in the lungs. Chronic illnesses and infections in your lungs or airways can cause you to cough up sputum. Sputum is also referred to as phlegm.

Sputum is not the same as saliva or spit. Sputum is made up of immune system cells that help fight bacteria and other germs in your lungs or airways. The thicker the sputum, the more germs are trapped. Cilia, or tiny hairs in your airways, push sputum through to your mouth, allowing you to cough it up.

When is a sputum test performed?

Sputum cultures are performed by healthcare providers to determine whether or not you have an infection in your lungs or airways, as well as the cause of it. The test is used by providers to diagnose, plan treatment, and monitor medical conditions.

Diagnosis

Sputum tests are used by doctors to help diagnose infections in the lungs and airways. These conditions may be caused by bacteria, fungi, or other germs. A sputum culture can help determine which germ is causing the infection. Sputum cultures can help diagnose the following common conditions:

Pneumonia is a type of lung infection that is a major cause of death worldwide.
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infection of the lungs caused by a specific bacterium that, if not treated, can spread to other parts of the body.
Bronchiectasis is a weakening of the airways that impairs lung function.

2. Treatment

A sputum test may be used by your healthcare provider to develop a treatment plan for lung conditions. Knowing what is causing an infection allows your doctor to recommend the best treatment option for you. In some cases, your provider may conduct susceptibility testing using a sputum culture. Susceptibility testing determines how germs in a sputum sample respond to specific drugs.

3. Monitoring

Your healthcare provider can use sputum testing to monitor your condition over time. A sputum test determines whether an infection has improved or worsened. This informs them whether a prescribed treatment was effective.

What types of results do you get, and what do they mean?

Pathologists usually report the results of a sputum culture test as normal (negative) or abnormal (positive).

A normal (negative) result means that the test found no harmful bacteria or other germs in your sputum.
Abnormal (positive): A positive result indicates that the test detected potentially harmful bacteria or another type of germ in your sputum. The test report identifies the detected germ and the amount present.

An abnormal result may support the diagnosis of a lung condition, such as pneumonia or tuberculosis, that is caused by an underlying infection. A sputum test, however, does not provide a definitive diagnosis. Your medical professional must carefully interpret the findings. They will review the results along with other factors, such as:

Your current health condition and symptoms.
The variety and quantity of bacteria or germs present.
Other tests, such as a Gram stain, will yield results.
The standard of the sputum sample you provided.
Regardless of whether you are in the hospital.

What is a urinalysis?

A urinalysis is a series of tests that examine the appearance of your pee (urine) and look for blood cells, proteins, and other substances present. Your provider may use it as a routine screening test or to look for signs of infection, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, or other health issues.

Many people refer to urinalysis as “the test in which you pee in a cup.” Usually, that is all you need to do for your part. Then your provider sends your sample to a lab, where it is observed, tested for specific substances (urine dipstick), and examined under a microscope. Typically, providers can perform a simple urine dipstick test in their office and receive immediate results.

What does a urinalysis check for?

A urinalysis may consist of a visual examination of the sample, a dipstick test, and a microscopic examination. Your provider may not order all of the tests listed. The lab’s tests are determined by what your provider requests.

Visual exam.

In a visual exam, a healthcare professional evaluates the color, clarity, and anything else they see with their naked eye. The description may include:

colour.Normal pee color is typically yellow and can range from colorless or pale yellow to deep amber. This can vary depending on how concentrated or diluted (watery) your urine is.
clarity.They will notice whether your urine is clear or cloudy. They may also describe it as turbid (containing suspended particles).

Dipstick test

Dipsticks are plastic strips containing chemical patches that change color when they come into contact with certain substances. dipstick urinalysis tests may include:

Acidity (urine pH). This determines the acid-base (pH) balance in your urine. High urine pH can be caused by kidney problems or urinary tract infections (UTIs). Diabetes-related ketoacidosis and diarrhea can both result in low urine pH.
Bilirubin. Bilirubin in your pee may be caused by liver or bile duct issues.
Blood (hemoglobin). Blood in your urine (hematuria) can be caused by infections, urinary tract damage, high blood pressure, or cancer.
Glucose. A glucose urine test determines the amount of sugar (glucose) present in your urine. Diabetes or gestational diabetes can result in glucose in your pee.
Ketones. Ketone urine tests are commonly used by healthcare providers to diagnose diabetic ketoacidosis.
Leukocyte esterase. Leukocyte esterase is an enzyme that aids in infection resistance. A positive leukocyte esterase test indicates that you may have inflammation in your urinary tract, which is usually caused by a UTI.
Nitrites. Nitrites are produced by bacteria in your urinary tract. A positive nitrite test can indicate a UTI.
Protein. This detects the presence of proteins, such as albumin, in pee. Protein levels can be elevated due to heart failure, kidney damage (often caused by high blood pressure or diabetes), overexertion, and dehydration.
Urine specific gravity test. A specific gravity test detects the concentration of all chemical particles in your urine. A variety of conditions can result in abnormal results.

Microscopic examination.

Certain substances in your urine can only be seen under a microscope. A microscopic examination can detect:

Crystals. Certain types of crystals in your urine may indicate the presence of kidney stones.
Epithelial cells. Your urine usually contains epithelial cells from your urinary tract. These include transitional epithelial cells, renal tubular cells, and squamous epithelial cells. Infection, inflammation, or cancer in your urinary tract can result in a high number of epithelial cells in your urine. If your results show squamous epithelial cells, it is likely that your sample was contaminated from another part of the body.
Bacteria, yeast and parasites (infections). Infection in your urine could indicate a UTI, yeast infection, or sexually transmitted infection (STI). Bacteria and yeast from outside your urinary tract can also contaminate the sample, particularly if you have a vagina.
Red blood cells (RBC). An elevated number of RBCs indicates that there is blood in your urine, which you may not be able to see by looking at it. High levels of red blood cells in your urine may indicate bladder, kidney, or urinary tract problems.
Urinary casts: Your pee may contain tiny, tube-like particles (casts) made from protein released by your kidney cells. Certain types of casts can indicate kidney problems, whereas others are completely normal.
White blood cells (WBC): An increase in WBCs may indicate an infection or inflammation somewhere in your urinary tract.

How should I prepare for a urinalysis?

There is usually no need to prepare for a urinalysis. If you do not think you will be able to pee during the test, you might need to drink an extra glass of water. However, drinking too much water may result in inaccurate results.

Tell your provider:

If you are currently experiencing your period (menstruation). Menstrual blood and vaginal discharge can skew urinalysis test results.
If you have trouble peeing away from home or have shy bladder syndrome. They can offer you options for providing a sample that is comfortable for you.

In certain situations, your provider may ask you to:

Collect a sample from your first pee in the morning.
Certain foods should be avoided prior to the test.

Stop taking any medications that could have an impact on the results. Only discontinue taking medications if your doctor instructs you to

How do I interpret my urine test results??

In general, you will notice on your urinalysis results:

The name of the test or the substance being measured.
Your final result. This can be a number, the words “positive” or “negative,” or a descriptive word (such as “yellow” or “clear”). If the lab detects red or white blood cells, bacteria, yeast, or other countable substances, the results may be listed as “few,” “moderate,” or “many.”
The normal value or range of the result.
Information indicating whether your result falls within the normal range.

Depending on the tests your provider ordered, you may receive a large number of results or only a few. The results may appear in the form of a list or table