OCCULT BLOOD URINE

What this test checks

Tests for tiny amounts of blood in urine that can't be seen.

Why do people get this test?

Used to screen for kidney stones, infections, or rarely, urinary tract cancer.

When you should consider this test

• Suspected kidney stone
• Unexplained urinary symptoms
• Cancer screening in older adults

How to prepare

Fresh urine sample. Avoid testing during menstrual period.