I. Urinalysis

Section references: 1(Table 19.1)
A. Common indications include infectious workup (urinary tract infection [UTI], pyelonephritis), abdominal trauma, suspected diabetes or renal disease, rhabdomyolysis, edema, failure to thrive.
B. Best if urine specimen is evaluated within 1 hour of voiding, otherwise should be kept at 4°C
C. Annual screening urinalysis (UA) is not recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), unless patient is at high risk of chronic kidney disease.