Urinalysis
Urinalysis is a non-invasive diagnostic tool used in occupational health to assess an employee’s overall health and detect potential exposure to workplace hazards. This test can help identify a range of health conditions, including:
- Health Issues: Urinalysis can detect urinary tract infections, kidney problems, diabetes, dehydration, liver concerns, and more
- Workplace Hazards: The test can identify exposure to chemicals such as drugs, alcohol, isocyanates, lead, nickel, and MbOCA
Our expert team ensures that all tests are conducted in compliance with industry standards, delivering accurate and efficient results to support employee well-being and workplace safety.
Further Information
Urinalysis testing is suitable for individuals across various industries and job roles. Common reasons for testing include:
- Biological Monitoring: Assessing exposure to workplace chemicals and hazards
- Fitness to Work: Determining an employee’s suitability for specific tasks as part of an occupational health assessment
- Well-Being Programs: Supporting employee health through routine monitoring
The urinalysis process is quick and straightforward, involving the following steps:
- Sample Collection: You will provide a urine sample in a sterile container. To collect the sample, wash your hands, begin urinating into the toilet, and then catch the remaining urine in the container
- Visual Examination: A lab technician assesses the urine’s colour, cloudiness, and concentration
- Dipstick Test: A plastic stick with chemical strips is placed in the urine, and the colour change indicates specific gravity and other health markers
- Microscopic Examination: If required by company criteria, the sample may be sent to an approved external lab for microscopic analysis to check for bacteria, cells, and other elements
The entire process typically takes approximately 10 minutes
A qualified Occupational Health Technician or Registered Occupational Health Nurse will perform the test
- The results are sent directly to the individual being tested
- The employer or client receives a “Fit for Task” Certificate (the specific test results remain confidential between the individual and Pathways Occupational Health)
- Photo ID (passport or driving licence)
- Drink plenty of fluids before your appointment to ensure an adequate sample
No specific clothing or footwear is required
