How home tests can reduce your no. of visits to the doctor!

The kidneys are one of the most powerful organs in the body. The kidneys remove waste materials, fluids, and other substances from the blood. When these substances are removed from the blood, they are in our urine. Testing the urine reveals a lot about what’s been floating around in our blood and, therefore, throughout our bodies. This is why urine tests are so important.

What Disorders are Urine Tests Useful for?

Urine tests can detect different substances or cells in the urine, pointing to various disorders.

• Diabetes may be a potential problem if large amounts of glucose are found in the urine.
• A urine test can also be used to diagnose urinary tract infections if bacteria or white blood cells are present.
• One of the earliest signs of chronic kidney disease is persistent protein in the urine. The early detection of chronic kidney disease can prevent kidney failure and kidney damage. Nine in ten adults with chronic kidney disease are unaware of their condition, making early detection even more crucial.
• Regular urine tests are often given to those who have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Using these tests, kidney function can be monitored quickly and easily. The amount of protein in the urine can also provide insight into whether the treatment is helping the kidney disease.

Importance of self-monitoring:

The results of urine tests can be affected by dehydration, diet, medication, and exercise. As a result of all of these factors affecting urine tests, it is important to test urine regularly, not just when you go to the doctor. Additionally, providing doctors with a variety of urine tests taken over a few days gives them a better idea of your health. Having a complete picture of what your health looks like, not just a single reading, can help your doctor avoid misdiagnoses.

Also, taking urine tests regularly at home can play a more significant role in your health. Rather than waiting for an appointment with a doctor, you can check your body’s current health and modify your diet and lifestyle accordingly.

NEODOCS urine home-test kit:

Using the NEODOCS urine home-test kit, you can perform weekly/monthly at-home urine tests to monitor your health. It tests for pH value, ketones, glucose, bilirubin, urobilinogen, proteins, microalbumin, nitrates, leukocytes, specific gravity, and blood in the urine. Additionally, all results are displayed in a web app along with personalized recommendations. Let NEODOCS be your secret weapon in staying on top of your health!