ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the medical term for blood in the urine?
A
hematuria
B
dysuria
C
bacteriuria
D
proteinuria
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hematuria is the medical term for red blood cells in the urine. Red blood cells in the urine can come from the kidney (where urine is made) or anywhere in the urinary tract (figure 1).

Detailed explanation-2: -Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) A bacterial infection in one or more components of the urinary tract is among the most frequently seen causes of hematuria. The urinary tract includes the urethra, ureters, bladder, and kidneys.

Detailed explanation-3: -If you notice blood in your urine, don’t panic, but do take it seriously. In many cases, blood in the urine, otherwise known as hematuria, can be easily treated. However, it can also point to a serious problem, such as cancer. Patients usually have a lot of questions when they first see blood in their urine.

Detailed explanation-4: -Gross hematuria. Microscopic hematuria with clinical symptoms. Asymptomatic microscopic hematuria with proteinuria. Asymptomatic microscopic (isolated) hematuria. 10-May-2020

Detailed explanation-5: -infection in or inflammation of the bladder, kidney, urethra, or prostate. trauma. urinary tract stones or a recent urinary tract procedure. BPH. vigorous exercise. sexual activity. endometriosis link.

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