Pyelonephritis: Diagnosis & Tests (Kidney Infection)

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Pyelonephritis

Alternate Names : Kidney Infection

Pyelonephritis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the infection diagnosed?

Diagnosis requires a urinalysis, or urine test. A urine culture is also done on a urine sample to see if there are bacteria in the urine. Typical findings include pus, white blood cells, and blood in the urine. X-rays are also helpful in the diagnosis.

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Author: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 07/05/01

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