A urine test helps detect urinary infections, stones, diabetes and kidney disease, especially in cats and older dogs. It is a simple test and one of the cheapest.
Key facts
- At a university vet hospital, a urinalysis (dipstick and sediment) costs €25.
- With the urine protein:creatinine ratio (UPC), used to monitor the kidneys, it costs €45.
- Petplan reimburses 100% up to €3,100 a year when the test is part of treating an accident or illness.
Reference prices (2026)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Urinalysis (dipstick + sediment) | €25 |
| Urinalysis + protein:creatinine ratio (UPC) | €45 |
| Protein:creatinine ratio (UPC) | €25 |
| Follow-up urinalysis | €20 |
| Ultrasound-guided bladder sample (scan not included) | €10 |
What makes the price vary?
Whether a dipstick is enough or the sediment is also examined, whether a UPC ratio or a culture is added, and how the sample is collected: at home, by catheter or directly from the bladder.
How much does Petplan cover?
Petplan Spain reimburses 100% of the invoice up to €3,100 a year, with a €45 co-payment per illness or accident, at the vet of your choice. It does not cover pre-existing conditions or preventive care, and there are waiting periods of 15 days for accidents and 30 days for illness.
The policy includes examinations and diagnostic tests within veterinary treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Can I collect my cat’s urine myself?
Yes, with special non-absorbent litter. For a culture, vets usually prefer to take it straight from the bladder.
What is the UPC ratio for?
It measures how much protein the kidneys lose in the urine. It helps detect and monitor kidney disease.
Sources
- Veterinary Hospital of the University of Zaragoza, 2026 public prices (VAT included).
- Petplan, health insurance general conditions (in Spanish).
See also: cost of a blood test, cost of an ultrasound, cost of an emergency vet visit and real cost of the vet in Spain 2026.
Indicative prices. Spain has no official price scale and each clinic sets its own fees: these are the public prices of a university veterinary hospital, and other clinics may charge differently.
