HIV/AIDS Glossary

Urinalysis (UA)

Synonym(s): Urine Analysis, Urine Test

Physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine. Urinalysis can detect a specific substance, such as glucose or blood, in the urine—this can be helpful in diagnosing a disease or monitoring the body's response to treatment.

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