Question 1

What does traces of protein mean in a urine test?

Accepted Answer

It means that you may have an existing kidney disease

Question 2

What is the purpose of making urine in our body?

Accepted Answer

It helps in the excretion of toxic substances

Question 3

What happens if the range of pus cells is 10-15?

Accepted Answer

This means you have urine infection

Question 4

How do doctors test for UTIs?

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UTIs can be found by analyzing a urine sample. The urine is examined under a microscope for bacteria or white blood cells, which are signs of infection.

Question 5

What are the causes of pus cells 2-4 in urine?

Accepted Answer

This might indicate pyuria

Question 6

How soon after finishing antibiotics can you do a urine test?

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Ideally one has to wait for 7-14 days.

Question 7

What does 1 to 3 HPF pus cells mean?

Accepted Answer

O-10 pus cells can be found without any definate infection.

Question 8

My pus cells range is 20- 25 hpf so what to do?

Accepted Answer

This means you have a serious urine infection

Question 9

Does marijuana show on a urine test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you are doing a drug test then it may show up.

Question 10

Can we do a urine test during periods?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the test can be done during periods. However, one should keep the doctor informed.

Question 11

What is the condition of urine having pus cell 40-45?

Accepted Answer

UTIs are the most common cause of pyuria, a condition in which pus cells are formed.

Question 12

Is a 1-2 pus cell in urine abnormal?

Accepted Answer

No, it is normal.

Question 13

What tests do urologists do?

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Urologists perform a number of tests such as ultrasound, blood test and urine test.

Question 14

How do I identify urinary infection & cure it?

Accepted Answer

If you are experiencing frequent or painful urination along with itching then you might have a urine infection. One can get rid of it by drinking plenty of water and taking antibiotics prescribed by a doctor.

Question 15

What does Urine positive for occult blood means?

Accepted Answer

It means that you have presence of blood in your urine sample.

Question 16

I have 3-5 pus cells in my urine test. Is it okay?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is okay to have 3-5 pus cells.

Question 17

Will weed show in your urine if it is not a drug test?

Accepted Answer

No, weed will not show in urine if it is not a drug test.

Question 18

Is it safe for women to have 4-6 pus cell in urine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is safe. However, if pus cells increases then you should report to a doctor as you may suffer from UTI and need antibiotics to clear the infection.

Question 19

My pee is red. Is it blood or the beetroot I had hours ago?

Accepted Answer

Get a urine test done to rule out occult blood in urine.

Question 20

Are 24-26 HPF pus cells normal?

Accepted Answer

No, it indicates an active urine infection.

Question 21

Why is my pus cell 50-100 in my urine?

Accepted Answer

This is because you have a urinary tract infection

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