As part of our Masterclass series, GP specialist in diabetes Dr Elizabeth Martin explains the key points in prevention, diagnosis and management of diabetes in general practice. This series showcases ...

Scientists have long considered ketones (a fundamental chemical class) and esters (molecules formed when an acid reacts with an alcohol) to be locked treasure chests of possibilities. Ubiquitous ...

Urine dipstick tests are commonly performed in a healthcare provider's office, but there are at-home and mail-in tests that you can use in the privacy of your own home. However, the urine dipstick ...

If your doctor tests your urine and finds too many leukocytes, it could be a sign of infection. Leukocytes are white blood cells created in the bone marrow and found in your blood and tissue.

If you've noticed mucus in urine during a trip to the bathroom, we explain what might be causing it and when it's time to see a doctor. When you think of mucus, your mind likely jumps to the stuffy ...

Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, CAS Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface and Thermodynamics, CAS Research/Education Center for Excellence in Molecular Sciences, Center for ...

Blood in urine (hematuria) in males has many causes, including an enlarged prostate, urinary tract infection, kidney stones, and injury. Hematuria may be visible to the naked eye or only be detected ...