Haematuria

Need to know

• Symptoms of hematuria icon plus

  Passing blood or blood clots in your urine that may be bright pink, red or dark brown.

• Screening and diagnosis icon plus

  A urine test called a urinalysis will be performed initially. If the initial urine test result comes back positive for infection you will commence a course of antibiotics. If the test results show no sign of infection more detailed investigations will be conducted. These may include:

  • detailed questioning about your urinary tract and any related symptoms
  • a physical examination (including rectal or vaginal examination)
  • an ultrasound scan of your kidneys and bladder
  • a CT scan AND/OR a scan called a CT IVU which may involve an iodine-based injection
  • a flexible cystoscopy, which is a telescopic check of the bladder

• Potential treatment options icon plus

  Treatments will depend on the reason for the blood in your urine. If it is caused by a urinary infection a simple course of antibiotics should resolve the symptoms. If it is found to be a different condition your consultant will talk you through the most appropriate treatment options.