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7. More Hematuria Tests

  • A cystoscopy uses a thin tube to examine the inside of both the urethra and bladder. A biopsy (tissue sample) might be taken during a cystoscopy to test for cancer.
  • Imaging tests scan the kidneys to identify problems in or around the organ. A CT scan, intravenous pyelogram, or ultrasound can be performed in the upper urinary tract to determine the cause of blood in the urine.
  • Blood tests can evaluate kidney function, as well.

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