Question 1

sudden low abdominal pain, blacked out. urine showed high level of leukocytes in urine and positive protein but no bacteria. what could this be? help

Accepted Answer

Leukocytes in urine: Depending on their number, usually means an infection in your urinary tract, that is bladder or kidney.  You need medical treatment.  Get to a doctor.

Question 2

what does it mean when you have high leukocytes in urine, blood in urine , and low ph levels in urine should i be concern?

Accepted Answer

How collected: If this was a random squat/pee collection it can often include debris from the skin &amp; vagina so it is hard to interpret. If collected with proper preparation &amp; done on mid stream (like a guy peeing) or by catheter it is more representative. White cells suggest infection blood suggests irritation/blood from some source.

Question 3

had a turp 8 weeks ago and have elevated levels in leukocytes in urine. nitrites are not elevated. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

It is not unusual: It is not unusual to have wbcs with negative nitrites.It may be a good idea to know if you are on Antibiotics&amp; what grows in urine cultuse,Whenever there are leucocytes in the urine it is due to urinary tract infection.Usually nitries test is also positive but can be neg sometimes.I am sure your doctor ordered urine culture.Follow up with your urologist who is treating you,as you may need antibiot

Question 4

what does having high leukocytes in urine mean? 500 +++

Accepted Answer

Infection: Leukocytes are white blood cells, which are the infection-fighters.  If you have wbcs in the urine, then you probably have a urinary tract infection that needs to be treated with antibiotics.  You may have symptoms like burning, pain, hesitancy, incontinence, frequency, urgency, nighttime urination, residual sensation after, or even blood in the urine. Watch out for fevers or back pain!

Question 5

high leukocytes in urine. what does this mean / what is the cause? what can i do about it?

Accepted Answer

UTi?: Have your urine tested for c/s  .
Was there bacteria in the urine
Do you have any symptoms like burning, pain on urination or frequency?

Question 6

i have high wbc/leukocytes in urine, but no nitrites. i have been taking cyprobay 500 mg 2x a day for 1 week.  i have a lower back discomfort.

Accepted Answer

Urine culture: Urine culture is needed to confirm  if the antibiotic is the correct choice. It is also possible you may have a kidney stone.  Kidney ultrasound may be of benefit

Question 7

are leukocytes in urine elevated during early postpartum months?

Accepted Answer

Yes: They're elevated in vaginal secretions throughout and immediately after pregnancy, and this often if not always contaminates urine samples to some degree unless it's collected with a catheter.  They shouldn't be in the bladder itself unless there's some process of inflammation going on.

Question 8

my 9 yr old has slightly elevated leukocytes in urine and blood, with small micro blood in urine also.  various symptoms for years, should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Urinary findings: A few red and white blood cells in a prepubertal girl's urine usually is indicative of poor hygiene and poor wiping technique leading to peri-urethral irritation and thus the findings in the urine. So no, I wouldn't worry about those findings. However, you mention various symptoms for years - these may be worth worrying about if they are affecting her lifestyle and thus would need investigation.

Question 9

i have an enlarged spleen, low ast/sgot, low bun/creatinine, high chlorine level, low lymphocytes, low calcium, and trace of urine leukocyte. thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Any symptoms?: If you do not have any symptoms, there is no point in chasing laboratory results.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 10

what do positive leukocytes in urine mean?

Accepted Answer

Urine results: Leukocytes/white blood cells indicate that inflammatory/infectious process is occurring, especially if rbcs are not present to support the idea of whole blood in the urine. Lab findings must be taken in a clinical context; we would need to know what symptoms, issues, or other info available if any to help evaluate.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

High levels of leukocytes in urine

A member asked:

Sudden low abdominal pain, blacked out. urine showed high level of leukocytes in urine and positive protein but no bacteria. what could this be? help

A member asked:

What does it mean when you have high leukocytes in urine, blood in urine , and low ph levels in urine should i be concern?

A member asked:

Had a turp 8 weeks ago and have elevated levels in leukocytes in urine. nitrites are not elevated. is this normal?

A member asked:

What does having high leukocytes in urine mean? 500 +++

A member asked:

High leukocytes in urine. what does this mean / what is the cause? what can i do about it?

A member asked:

I have high wbc/leukocytes in urine, but no nitrites. i have been taking cyprobay 500 mg 2x a day for 1 week. i have a lower back discomfort.

A member asked:

Are leukocytes in urine elevated during early postpartum months?

A member asked:

My 9 yr old has slightly elevated leukocytes in urine and blood, with small micro blood in urine also. various symptoms for years, should i worry?

A member asked:

I have an enlarged spleen, low ast/sgot, low bun/creatinine, high chlorine level, low lymphocytes, low calcium, and trace of urine leukocyte. thoughts?

A member asked:

What do positive leukocytes in urine mean?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?