noun
- the chemical analysis of urine used as a diagnostic aid
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor ordered a urinalysis to check for signs of infection.
- A routine urinalysis can detect diabetes and kidney problems.
- The lab results from her urinalysis came back normal.
- Athletes may be required to undergo urinalysis for drug testing.
- The urinalysis showed elevated protein levels.
- He provided a urine sample for urinalysis at his annual checkup.