urinalysis

noun

uri·​nal·​y·​sis ˌyər-ə-ˈna-lə-səs 

ˌyu̇r-

plural urinalyses ˌyər-ə-ˈna-lə-ˌsēz 

ˌyu̇r-

: chemical analysis of urine

Examples of urinalysis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This may involve a physical exam, urinalysis, and imaging studies like an abdominal ultrasound, X-ray, or computed tomography (CT) scan.17 Differential Diagnosis There are many conditions commonly explored in the differential diagnosis of kidney stones, some of which are far more serious. —Jay N. Yepuri, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024

Nothing notable showed up in a urinalysis, but Irons noticed something odd about Noel’s red blood cells under a microscope. —Maryn McKenna, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2024

Hormone levels are checked through blood draws or urinalysis (urine tests).5 Since hormone levels change throughout the day, your tests may need to be scheduled at specific times. —Wendy Wisner, Health, 12 Sep. 2024

Kirkpatrick took breathalyzer and urinalysis tests. —Landon Mion, Fox News, 4 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, irregular from urin- + analysis

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

urinalysis

noun

uri·​nal·​y·​sis ˌyu̇r-ə-ˈnal-ə-səs 

plural urinalyses

-ə-ˌsēz

: the analysis of urine

Medical Definition

urinalysis

noun

uri·​nal·​y·​sis ˌyu̇r-ə-ˈnal-ə-səs 

plural urinalyses -ˌsēz 

: chemical analysis of urine