What tests need to be done to further define Hypospadias?

Typically, the diagnosis is made on physical examination of the newborn. The majority of boys with hypospadias will need no further evaluation to help plan a treatment course. If your child has an undescended testicle along with hypospadias, blood testing to evaluate for an endocrine problem or other developmental conditions should be performed. Some cases of severe hypospadias may also require such testing. It is not recommended to perform newborn circumcision in patients with hypospadias as the foreskin may be useful in reconstruction at a later date.