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Dialysis Discussion => Dialysis: General Discussion => Topic started by: LabRat on June 25, 2013, 01:04:13 PM

Title: Low Urine Output for Urinalysis
Post by: LabRat on June 25, 2013, 01:04:13 PM

I'm not really sure if this is the right place for this question, if not I'm sure it will be moved..  8)

This morning I went and did the bloodwork and urinalysis for both my GP and my neph whom I will be seeing at the end of August. I'm in Stage 3 Damage/Failure... in the past when I've had to pee in a cup, usually I'm able to fill it up and continue peeing like a racehorse.

Well I had to do a 12 hr fasting lastnight, so not sure if that played a part or not. This morning I didn't quite fill the little jar up. Which struck me as odd. Thoughts anyone?

 ???

Title: Re: Low Urine Output for Urinalysis
Post by: MaryD on June 25, 2013, 04:38:20 PM

It sounds a bit like the fasting might have done it.  See how you go tomorrow.

Title: Re: Low Urine Output for Urinalysis
Post by: galvo on June 25, 2013, 06:08:57 PM

I agree with Mary. At stage 3, the urine should be flowing merrily. Let us know how you go.

Title: Re: Low Urine Output for Urinalysis
Post by: jeannea on June 26, 2013, 05:45:15 PM

Make sure you ask next time what fasting really means for the tests you're getting. With mine I can still have as much water as I want but nothing else to eat or drink. Your veins are easier to access if you're properly hydrated.