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urine tests...quick question

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binker · 04/12/2005 18:46

...probably being a bit thick,but when a doctor tests urine - can they tell if there is blood in it just by looking,or is it detected in some other way (with a dipstick)...??

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noddyholder · 04/12/2005 18:47

with a dipstick usually unless there is a lot of blood and the urine is coloured by it.

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binker · 04/12/2005 19:03

thanks...wasn't sure whether it was a visual test or not...

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