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Alternative names Return to top
UroflowDefinition Return to top
Uroflometry is a test to measure the volume of urine voided (excreted), the velocity or speed it was excreted, and how long the excretion took.How the test is performed Return to top
You will urinate in a special urinal or toilet equipped with a machine with a measuring device.
You are asked to press a button shortly before you try to begin urination, and you may be required to press the button again when urination is complete. This machine will create a report for your health care provider to evaluate.
How to prepare for the test Return to top
Your provider may ask you to temporarily discontinue medications that can alter test results.How the test will feel Return to top
The test involves normal urination, so you should not experience any discomfort.Why the test is performed Return to top
This test is useful in evaluating the function of the urinary tract.Normal Values Return to top
Normal values vary depending on age and sex:What abnormal results mean Return to top
Several circular muscles normally regulate urine flow, and if any of these muscles becomes weak or dysfunctional, an increase in urine flow or urinary incontinence may result.
If there is a bladder outlet obstruction or if the bladder muscle is weak, a decrease in urine flow may result.
Any abnormal results should be discussed with you and explained by your health care provider.
What the risks are Return to top
There are no risks associated with this test. Update Date: 7/28/2004 Updated by: Scott M. Gilbert, M.D., Department of Urology, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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