What Do White Specks In Urine Indicate?

Posted on Sat, 18 Jan 2014

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Question : I have noticed for the past day a few string-like white things in my urine. What could it be?

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: protein deposits Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX It could be protein deposits in the urine. It would be ideal to get a urine routine and microscopy test done to come to know specifically about what this is. In my view it is mostly protein or albumin deposits. It can be fat globules as well. Please get the test done. Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (8 hours later)

What would cause albumin in my urine diabetes?

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (5 hours later)

Brief Answer: Diabetes is the common cause Detailed Answer: Hello, Yes, Diabetes is the common cause for albumin in urine. It could also be due to urinary infection, other systemic causes like chronic infections and kidney diseases. Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar