How is a bladder outlet obstruction (BOO) evaluated and diagnosed?

How is a bladder outlet obstruction (BOO) evaluated and diagnosed?

Tests may include:

• Blood tests to check for kidney damage.
• Urine cultures to test for infection.
• Ultrasound of your kidneys and bladder to find where the pee blockage is occurring.
• Urine testing to look for blood in your pee.
• A scope to look for narrowing of your urethra.
• Urodynamic evaluation (a test to show how the muscles of your bladder and sphincters function).
• Ultrasound (an image of bladder and kidneys to check for retention of urine).