Art and Science of Laboratory Medicine

Art and Science of Laboratory Medicine

Monday, February 22, 2016

The Color of Urine

Urinalysis begins with a macroscopic examination for color and clarity of the urine. In healthy individuals, urine color ranges from pale yellow to amber, depending on the state of hydration. Many factors can affect urine color including fluid balance, diet, medications and disease. The following table summarizes the most common causes of abnormal urine coloration.

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