What does EMU mean in ACADEMIC & SCIENCE

Early Morning Urine (EMU) is a type of urine sample that is collected in the morning and used to test for various medical conditions.

An EMU sample can be used to detect the presence or absence of certain hormones, enzymes, and other substances from body fluids and tissues that may help diagnose certain medical conditions such as diabetes, kidney problems, infections, and hormonal imbalances.

Prior to collecting your urine, you should avoid drinking alcohol or any beverages containing caffeine 12 hours prior to your collection time. You should also empty your bladder before going to bed the night before so that your first stream of urine in the morning can be collected for testing.

Your EMU sample should be kept cold by using an ice pack or refrigeration immediately after collection until it can be sent off for testing. Your health care provider will advise you on the preferred storage method depending on where they are sending your sample.

Depending on what tests are being performed on your EMU sample, it could take several days up to a few weeks before your lab results are available. Your health care provider will give you more specific information regarding when you can expect your test results based on what tests were ordered for you.