Urethral irrigation test

The urethral irrigation test is an auxiliary examination method for checking whether the urinary tract function is normal. In the case of urinary tract infection, the purulent secretions and white blood cells of the infected part will be discharged with the urine, causing the urine to appear turbid, containing filaments, and having pus cells and white blood cells by microscopy. If the anterior urethra is rinsed out and then a small amount of urine is discharged, and the above characteristics are present, it can be initially determined as a posterior urinary tract infection. Through this examination, the corresponding symptoms can be judged. Basic Information Specialist classification: urinary examination classification: urine / kidney function test Applicable gender: whether the male is fasting: not fasting Analysis results: Below normal: Normal value: no Above normal: negative: normal. Positive: Urine turbid, silky, or microscopic examination of a large number of pus cells, white blood cells were positive for this test. For the diagnosis of male posterior urinary tract infection, but can not diagnose the cause. A positive test indicates the presence of a urinary tract infection. Tips: Strict aseptic operation, pressing the urethra should be sure to prevent the flushing fluid from flowing back into the bladder, resulting in iatrogenic secondary infection. Patients with anterior urethral inflammation and trauma are not suitable for this examination. Normal value The urine is clear, free of foreign matter, or microscopic examination for the presence of excess cells is negative for this test. Clinical significance Abnormal results: urine turbidity, filamentous, or microscopic examination of a large number of pus cells, white blood cells were positive for this test. For the diagnosis of male posterior urinary tract infection, but can not diagnose the cause. A positive test indicates the presence of a urinary tract infection. People in need of examination: suspected urinary tract infections. Positive results may be diseases: urethral mucosal prolapse, chlamydial urinary tract infection, male urinary tract cancer precautions Taboo before check: Maintain normal sleep and diet. Requirements for inspection: Strict aseptic operation, pressing the urethra should be done to prevent the flushing fluid from flowing back into the bladder, resulting in iatrogenic secondary infection. Inspection process (1) The test is carried out when the bladder is filled, and the penis and the urethra are routinely disinfected, and a sterile hole towel is placed. (B) use your fingers to press the urethra of the perineum to prevent fluid from entering the posterior urethra during irrigation. (3) Insert a thin catheter 2, 3 cm from the urethral opening, or insert the syringe directly into the urethral opening (without a needle). Rinse repeatedly with 3% warm boric acid until the eluate is clear. (4) The pressure on the urethra is relieved, and the patient is urinated in a small amount in the test tube. (5) Observe the color and traits of urine, and perform microscopic examination of urine sediment. Not suitable for the crowd Inappropriate crowd: anterior urethra inflammation, trauma. Adverse reactions and risks No related complications or hazards.

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