Medically reviewed by Steffini Stalos, DO Key Takeaways Clear urine may mean you are drinking more water than your body needs. Dark yellow or brown pee usually means you're dehydrated. Pink or red pee ...

A urine protein-creatinine ratio (UPCR) test looks for high levels of protein in your urine, which can happen in kidney disease. Results that are higher than average may be a sign of a kidney-related ...

The total protein test is a urine or blood test that assesses protein levels in the body. Age, diet, and other factors can affect the results. Atypical levels may be a sign of inflammation, liver ...

Urine tests can detect alcohol or alcohol metabolites for 12 to 24 hours after drinking, though advanced tests may detect metabolites up to 80 hours after heavy use. Ethyl glucuronide (EtG) and ethyl ...

Home pregnancy tests are simple, discreet, and widely available. But simple does not mean straightforward. Many women take ...