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It is not possible for the kidneys to produce urine with a specific gravity greater than 1.040 [40] but such readings can occur in urine that contains high-molecular weight substances, such as contrast dyes used in radiographic imaging. [38] Specific gravity is commonly measured with urine test strips, but refractometers may also be used. [41]
In nursing homes rates are as high as 50% among women and 40% in men. [5] In those with a long term indwelling urinary catheter rates are 100%. [5] Up to 10% of women have a urinary tract infection in a given year and half of all women have at least one infection at some point in their lives.
Rates of asymptomatic bacteria in the urine among men over 75 are between 7–10%. [11] 2–10% of pregnant women have asymptomatic bacteria in the urine and higher rates are reported in women who live in some underdeveloped countries. [110] Urinary tract infections may affect 10% of people during childhood. [7]
The amount of urine passed during each urination is relatively small. [1] Pain while urinating suggests that there is a problem other than overactive bladder. [1] Specific treatment is not always required. [1] If treatment is desired pelvic floor exercises, bladder training, and other behavioral methods are initially recommended. [3]
The analysis of urine is a valuable diagnostic tool because its composition reflects the functioning of many body systems, particularly the kidneys and urinary system, and specimens are easy to obtain. [1] Common urine tests include the routine urinalysis, which examines the physical, chemical, and microscopic properties of the urine; urine ...
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Large studies of patients have also failed to show any correlation between lower urinary tract symptoms and a specific diagnosis. [11] Also, recently a report of lower urinary tract symptoms even with malignant features in the prostate failed to be associated with prostate cancer after further laboratory investigation of the biopsy. [10]