URINE FAT GLOBULES

What this test checks

Examines urine under microscope for fat droplets, which can appear in nephrotic syndrome (a kidney disease).

Why do people get this test?

Used in evaluating heavy protein loss in urine.

When you should consider this test

• Heavy swelling with frothy urine
• Suspected nephrotic syndrome
• Detailed kidney evaluation

How to prepare

Fresh urine sample.