Strong Odor Urine Diabetes
Testing may be needed to find the cause of urine odor.
How the test is performed
To obtain a clean-catch urine sample, males should wipe clean the head of the penis and females should wipe between the labia with soapy water and rinse well. Sometimes a special clean-catch kit is provided with cleansing solution and sterile wipes.
After urinating a small amount into the toilet bowl to clear the urethra of contaminants, collect a sample of urine in a clean or sterile container....
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