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Haematuria may be diagnosed either by using a urine dipstick, with a positive reaction, or by examination of the urine sediment for red blood cells. <br><br>
 
Haematuria may be diagnosed either by using a urine dipstick, with a positive reaction, or by examination of the urine sediment for red blood cells. <br><br>
 
Examination of the urine under a Wood’s lamp can distinguish between the two conditions, although this is rarely necessary in clinical practice. Porphyrin pigments will fluoresce, whereas haemoglobin does not.
 
Examination of the urine under a Wood’s lamp can distinguish between the two conditions, although this is rarely necessary in clinical practice. Porphyrin pigments will fluoresce, whereas haemoglobin does not.
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*urinary tract disease (cystitis, bladder polyps, pyelonephritis, renal infarcts, urolithiasis); and  
 
*urinary tract disease (cystitis, bladder polyps, pyelonephritis, renal infarcts, urolithiasis); and  
 
*lead toxicity.
 
*lead toxicity.
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Radiography and ultrasonography may be used to investigate whether lesions are associated with the genital or reproductive tract. Contrast studies may be indicated with urinary tract disease. <br><br>
 
Radiography and ultrasonography may be used to investigate whether lesions are associated with the genital or reproductive tract. Contrast studies may be indicated with urinary tract disease. <br><br>
 
Laboratory tests such as full haematology and biochemistry should be carried out.
 
Laboratory tests such as full haematology and biochemistry should be carried out.
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An owner is worried that her rabbit’s urine contains blood. She has brought in a urine sample for analysis.


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