Urine PCR test is to diagnose Pulmonary Tuberculosis. This test can also help in diagnosis of pyuria, hematuria, pyelocaliceal dilatation, ureteral stricture and hydroureter too. People have also been diagnosed for autonephrectomy, severe parenchymal destruction, calcification and multiple small caliceal deformities using this test. This is a non-invasive measure that helps in instant diagnosis of a large pool of diseases that helps in quick treatment by the doctors. A high index of suspicion is necessary for diagnosis of UTB even for those who show non-specific manifestations.
The polymerase chain reaction test (PCR) can be used for instant diagnosis of urogenital tuberculosis (UTB) as well.