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Who is this test best for?
Men who are having urinary symptoms that need evaluation.
What to Expect
Urinalysis is helpful for identifying irritation in the urinary tract that may be a sign of cancer. The urine sample is tested for hematuria (microscopic bits of blood in the urine), and signs of infection like increased white blood cell count. These results may indicate cancer has spread or that an infection may be present.
Who orders or performs the test?
What are common side effects?
None