Normal values in numbers
How much urine we produce by day and by night, how much the bladder holds and how much is left behind.
What are the factors that determine how many times we go to pass urine during the day and at night?
Many factors come into play: the amount of urine produced (fluid intake, sweating, kidney function), the capacity of the bladder (the urine reservoir), how completely the bladder empties, psychological and emotional state, personal and social habits, and whether or not a toilet is close by.
The amount of urine produced during the night is 20-30% of the amount produced over 24 hours.
Reference values
What is normal urine production during the day? From 1000 to 2500 ml.
What is normal urine production during the night? From 150 to 250 ml.
What is the maximum amount of urine a normal bladder can hold? From 300 to 500 ml.
How much urine is left in the bladder after normal emptying? From 10 ml to zero.
Want to compare yourself with these numbers? Keep a voiding diary for a few days.
Have a question about this topic? To book an appointment with Prof. Walter Artibani, call the secretary.
349 649 5586The information on this website is for general information only and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. If you have a high fever with pain in your side, or you are unable to pass urine, go to A&E (the emergency department).