Urine Cytology is a laboratory test used to analyse cells present in a urine sample under a microscope. The test is primarily used to detect abnormal or malignant cells that may indicate cancers of the urinary tract, particularly bladder cancer.
It can also help identify cellular changes due to infections, inflammation, or other non-cancerous conditions. The test is often recommended for individuals with symptoms such as blood in urine (hematuria), persistent urinary issues, or those at higher risk for urinary tract cancers.
The purpose of the Urine Cytology test is to: