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Human papillomavirus testing and cytology using physician-collected uterine cervical samples vs. self-collected vaginal samples and urine samples
BackgroundHuman papillomavirus (HPV) testing using self-collected vaginal samples and urine samples is convenient and effective for improving the...
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Concentration strategies for spiked and naturally present biomarkers in non-invasively collected first-void urine
BackgroundFirst-void urine (FVU) provides a non-invasive method for collecting a wide range of biomarkers found in genital tract secretions. To...
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Detection of lisdexamfetamine and its metabolite d-amphetamine in urine and gastric contents collected from a cadaver at forensic autopsy
PurposeLisdexamfetamine (LDX), which is used for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy, is composed of l -lysine...
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Storing urine samples with moisture preserves urine hydration marker stability up to 21 days
IntroductionTo assess hydration status, hydration markers [urine color, osmolality, and urine-specific gravity (USG)] are used. Urine color,...
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Detection of low urine output by measuring urinary biomarkers
BackgroundUrine output < 1 L per 24 h is a clinical warning sign that requires attention from hospital staff, who should determine whether the low...
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Differential expression of coagulation pathway-related proteins in diabetic urine exosomes
BackgroundCoagulation function monitoring is important for the occurrence and development of diabetes. A total of 16 related proteins are involved in...
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Cannabidiol in urine is not a proof of CBD consumption—lesson learned from urine sample analysis in routine caseworks
PurposeCannabidiol (CBD) has been gaining popularity in recent years. Knowing that CBD products can contain more tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) than...
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Diagnostic value of urine cyclic RNA-0071196 for bladder urothelial carcinoma
ObjectiveTo investigate the diagnostic value of urine cyclic RNA-0071196 (circRNA-0071196) in the patients with bladder urothelial carcinoma (BUC).
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Urine Mast Cell Mediators in the Evaluation and Diagnosis of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Purpose of ReviewMast cell activation syndrome is defined by severe, episodic, and recurrent symptoms induced by mast cell mediators with objective...
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Acidification is required for calcium and magnesium concentration measurements in equine urine
BackgroundAcidification of equine urine to promote dissociation of ion complexes is a common practice for urine ion concentration measurements. The...
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Comparison of clean catch and bag urine using LC–MS/MS proteomics in infants
BackgroundUrinary proteomics identifies the totality of urinary proteins and can therefore help in getting an early and precise diagnosis of various...
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A pilot study of chlormequat in food and urine from adults in the United States from 2017 to 2023
AbstractChlormequat chloride is a plant growth regulator whose use on grain crops is on the rise in North America. Toxicological studies suggest that...
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Postmortem reference concentrations of 68 elements in blood and urine
IntroductionFatal intoxications, both accidental and intentional, are a global issue. In the Western world, intoxications with pharmaceuticals...
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Optimization of a method for collecting infant and toddler urine for non-target analysis using cotton pads and commercially available disposable diapers
BackgroundUrine is an abundant and useful medium for measuring biomarkers related to chemical exposures in infants and children. Identification of...
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Enhanced detection rate of Mycoplasma genitalium in urine overtime by transcription-mediated amplification in comparison to real-time PCR
BackgroundDiagnosis of infected individuals with Mycoplasma genitalium (MG) is often performed by real-time PCR or transcription-mediated...
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24-h urine collection in patients with urolithiasis: perspective on renal function
A prospective observational study involving consecutive patients diagnosed with symptomatic urolithiasis was conducted to evaluate the serial change...
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Hypoxemia events in preterm neonates are associated with urine oxidative biomarkers
BackgroundIntermittent hypoxemia (IH) events are common in preterm neonates and are associated with adverse outcomes. Animal IH models can induce...
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Bacteriology and clinical outcomes of urine mixed bacterial growth in pregnancy
Introduction and hypothesisThe objective was to analyse the risk of significant bacteriuria in repeat urine cultures from pregnant women, following...
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Urine acute kidney injury biomarkers in extremely low gestational age neonates: a nested case control study of 21 candidate urine biomarkers
BackgroundAcute kidney injury (AKI) is common and is associated with poor clinical outcomes in premature neonates. Urine biomarkers hold the promise...
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Positioning the role of urine cytology within the diagnostic pathway for UTUC: supportive but inconclusive
PurposeWith the introduction of kidney-sparing surgery (KSS) for low-risk Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), correct risk-stratification has...
