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What Does The Presence Of 6-8 WBC In Urine With Positive Leucocyte Esterase Mean?

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Posted on Tue, 1 Oct 2019
Question: MY URINE R/E SHOWS POSITIVE LEUCOCYTE ESTRACE WITH 6-8 WBC/HPF. AM 75 YEARS AGE. WHAT DOES IT INDICATE PLEASE. THANKS. XXXX
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Urinary tract infection. Needs confirmation with culture...

Detailed Answer:
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Presence of 6-8 wbc in the urine with positive leucocyte esterase is suggestive of urinary tract infection. But an urine culture and sensitivity test needs to be ordered to confirm infection. I will suggest you to get the culture test done after discussing with your treating doctor. In the mean while drink plenty of fluids.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarifications.

Regards
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What Does The Presence Of 6-8 WBC In Urine With Positive Leucocyte Esterase Mean?

Brief Answer: Urinary tract infection. Needs confirmation with culture... Detailed Answer: Hi, Presence of 6-8 wbc in the urine with positive leucocyte esterase is suggestive of urinary tract infection. But an urine culture and sensitivity test needs to be ordered to confirm infection. I will suggest you to get the culture test done after discussing with your treating doctor. In the mean while drink plenty of fluids. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarifications. Regards