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Doctors often diagnose kidney infections based on signs and symptoms, such as fever and back pain. If your doctor suspects you have a kidney infection, you may be asked to provide a urine sample to test for bacteria, blood or pus is in your urine.
Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure in the U.S. Early detection of kidney damage is important to prevent long-term complications. People with diabetes who are between 12 and 70 years old should have a urine test for microalbumin at least once a year.