Testendoscopy
Cystoscopy
A cystoscopy uses a thin camera passed through the urethra to look inside the bladder. It is used to investigate blood in the urine and other urinary symptoms and to check the bladder lining.
Urology tests and diagnosis
Understand common urine tests, blood tests, imaging, endoscopy, functional studies, and biopsies. Test results need clinical context; a value outside a reference range does not by itself establish a diagnosis.
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PSA blood test
A PSA blood test measures prostate-specific antigen. It is used in discussions about prostate health, but a single value cannot diagnose or exclude cancer on its own.
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Ultrasound of the kidneys and bladder
An ultrasound uses sound waves to create images of the kidneys and bladder. It is painless, uses no radiation, and helps assess stones, swelling, and how well the bladder empties.
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Urinalysis
A urinalysis examines a urine sample using visual, chemical, and sometimes microscopic checks. It can provide clues about urinary, kidney, metabolic, and other health issues but rarely gives a diagnosis by itself.
How to use this information
These pages provide general information to help you prepare for a conversation with a healthcare professional. They do not diagnose, recommend a specific treatment, or replace individual medical advice.