About blood in your urine
Need to know
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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
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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.
Our locations
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
Appointments 020 7908 8001
Enquiries 020 7486 1234
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
London NW8 9LE
Appointments 0207 483 5148
Enquiries 0207 586 5959
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
Appointments & Enquiries 0207 234 2009
Imaging Appointments 0207 234 2773
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London Urology Associates
18 Devonshire Street
Marylebone
London W1G 7AF
Contact number: 020 3553 1337