Normal urine color is pale yellow or deep yellow. Urine color mainly comes from urochrome. Change in colour is mainly due to bilirubin. It may also change due to colours, dyes and chemicals used in sweets, foods, water intake and diet etc.
Sometimes, Normal urine color varies, depending on how much water you drink. When you drink less, the color becomes more concentrated — severe dehydration can produce urine the color of amber.Discolored urine is often caused by medications, certain foods or food dyes.
Bright yellow color in your urine, This is due to an abundance of B vitamins. In a healthy state the body will spill out these extra water soluble vitamins into the urine. That can happen from taking supplements or eating certain foods that are rich in B vitamins.
In some cases, though, changes in urine color may be caused by certain health problems.
Yellowing (light) Orange may be caused by removal of excess B vitamins from the bloodstream. Certain medications such as rifampin and pyridium can cause orange urine.
Bloody urine is termed hematuria, potentially a sign of a bladder infection. Many men older than 50 have occasional urinary blood due to an enlarged prostate gland.
Dark orange to brown urine can be a symptom of jaundice, If it persists, you should see a doctor.
Black or dark-colored urine is referred to as melanuria and may be caused by a melanoma.
Most blue or green urine can be caused by chlorophyll food.
Reddish or brown urine may be caused by porphyria.
Dark yellow urine is usually indicative of dehydration. Drink some water and that should help.
Whitish urine indicates the presence of phosphate of lime
Because urine coloration ranges widely, the concerned individual should consult with a physician to determine whether foods, drugs, chemicals, or infections are involved. This information is not intended to replace your doctor's advice.
