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Not all that is red is blood: a curious case of chromaturia

Abhilash Koratala, Gajapathiraju Chamarthi, Mark S. Segal

Clinical Case Reports · 2018 · 14 citations · 5 references

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Abstract

Hydroxocobalamin causes reddish discoloration of the urine, mimicking hematuria. Clinicians should be aware of this common side effect of the rarely used drug to prevent unnecessary consultations and work-up. Additional benign causes of red urine include foods such as beets, rhubarb, and medications such as rifampin, phenazopyridine.

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Not all that is red is blood: a curious case of chromaturia

Abhilash Koratala, Gajapathiraju Chamarthi, Mark S. Segal · Clinical Case Reports · 2018 · 14 citations · Full text