What Is a Kidney Infection?
9. Diagnosis
Your doctor will likely need to ask about your symptoms and medical history. However, tests will still be necessary to confirm what is causing the symptoms. This will typically involve requesting a urine sample so the urine can be analyzed for signs of an infection. A blood sample may also be taken for the same purpose.
Other possible tests include imaging techniques that will help to get a clear picture of the condition of the urinary tract. This will sometimes include the use of a dye that will help structures like the bladder to show up clearly on the images.
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