What is a urine screen?
A urine screen is, as the name suggests, an examination of the urine status and urine sediment. Through your urine good research can be done into various conditions. Some conditions can be noticed at an early stage in your urine, because it is quickly clear when substances are present that normally should not be there.What do we determine during the urine test?
In this urine screening we look at various determinations. For example, we examine the pH, glucose, protein and ketones We also look at the bilirubin value, nitrite, and leukocytes. These determinations help to demonstrate disorders and / or inflammation. Moreover, they can be used to check whether there is blood in the urine.
For this test it is recommended to use the morning urine or to use the urine from 4 to 6 hours after your last visit to the toilet. If you drink and / or have already urinated, you can urine is diluted, causing the values to change.
When to opt for a urine screening?
This urine test is recommended when:- You suffer from a urinary tract infection or complaints
- There are suspicions of kidney disease
- If you want to see if there are general diseases
Why a urine test?
A urine screening can detect various conditions at an early stage can also be tested for a wide range of diseases. It is a simple test, which can therefore provide a clear picture of the status of various conditions.How accurate is the Urinescreening blood test?
The accuracy of the test for Urinescreening is conducted through ISO-certified laboratories. The accuracy of a test method is expressed in terms of specificity and sensitivity. However, the most important aspect is that the results are interpreted and accepted among general practitioners and hospitals. This is the case with our venous samples. Mutual acceptance may not always be present due to potentially reduced reliability with a capillary sample.
How long does it take to receive the results of a Urinescreening blood test?
Most tests generally take 24-48 hours. Tests that go through an LC-MS method generally take longer, think about an average of 3-7 working days. Additionally, it also depends on the location. Some locations do the analysis themselves and others outsource it to another lab.
How do I interpret the results of a Urinescreening blood test?
Interpreting the results of Urinescreening is not always easy and should be seen in the broader picture, along with anamnesis and physical examination. In the doctor's advice section, the query in which you can already outline your complaints is taken into account, otherwise, the results are interpreted in conjunction with the other results. If necessary, the doctor can call to ask about physical abnormalities. You don't have to interpret the results yourself because there is always advice and explanation from the doctor.
What should I do if my results from a Urinescreening blood test are abnormal?
If the results of the test for Urinescreening are clinically significantly abnormal, the doctor will contact you by phone. If you are not reachable, you will receive an email. This includes advice and an explanation of the abnormal results and what you can do about them. If you need a prescription or referral, we can help with that.
How much does a Urinescreening blood test cost? Is it covered by insurance?
The costs of Urinescreening can be found on the product page. Depending on your insurance and additional packages, you may be reimbursed for these costs for Urinescreening. For example, tests for IVF treatment are often reimbursed. After your order, you will receive an invoice that you can submit to your insurance.
How can I order a Urinescreening blood test?
The ordering process is easy. You can add a Urinescreening test or the tests you want to your shopping cart. In step two, you fill in your details and pay. Then you will receive an email confirmation and you can go to a collection location. After you have been there, you will receive the results of the Urinescreening test in your Portal.
Is my data safe when I get a Urinescreening blood test?
We are certified-ready according to the NEN 7510 and 7512 standards for secure data transfer in healthcare. The Portal is secured with two-factor authentication. Your data is also encrypted. We do not send the results of Urinescreening to third parties without permission, not even to your general practitioner without your consent.
Do I need to visit a clinic for a Urinescreening blood test, or can it be done remotely?
The blood test for Urinescreening must take place at one of the collection locations we provide. At certain locations, it is possible for a phlebotomist to come to you. You can indicate this during checkout. An appointment will then be made as soon as possible to come to your home.
How do I book an appointment for Urinescreening blood test?
You can easily make an appointment for Urinescreening blood test after your order in your Portal. You can visit almost daily in all major cities in the Netherlands. In smaller cities, you can visit on certain days. At certain locations, it is also possible to visit on weekends.
Is a doctor's interpretation included in a Urinescreening blood test?
An interpretation by a doctor or an explanation is included in the Urinescreening test. The explanation takes into account the query that you can specify in your Portal after ordering.
How does a Urinescreening blood test differ from over-the-counter tests?
For blood tests, we always use venous sampling. This is the gold standard for blood collection. Over-the-counter tests, such as a finger prick test, use the capillary route for blood collection. These do not always give the same results and the accuracy depends on how, where, and with which technique the collection is done. The advantage, of course, is that the test is easier and less painful to take.
What payment options are available for a Urinescreening blood test?
You can always pay with iDeal and credit card (VISA, Mastercard, and Amex). This also includes Apple Pay. The phlebotomists at the collection location cannot accept cash payments.
Are the results of a Urinescreening blood test shareable with my doctor?
The results of Labplusarts can be shared with your general practitioner at your request. However, you can also easily arrange this yourself by downloading the result in PDF format. Because we use comparable test methods as the general practitioner, the results are interchangeable and comparable so that comparisons can be made well.
