A member asked:

Each time i get my urine tested it shows traces of blood and protien but no infection been told this is normal for me however im concered that its not normal and is there anything i can do to prevent it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Larry Lutwick answered

Not normal: It may not be serious but further evaluation of your kidney is in order.

Answered 9/13/2012

5.6k views

More of what we treat

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

Each time i get my urine tested it shows traces of blood and protien but no infection been told this is normal for me however im concered that its not normal and is there anything i can do to prevent it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Larry Lutwick answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

Urine test strips show 125+ leukocytes and 0.3+ protein. No traces of blood or nitrite. No pain, fever or other symptoms. Can it still be an infection? What is the most likely cause?

A member asked:

19 yr old daughter has blood present in her urine. Tested clear for infection, blood tests also normal. Continued pelvic pain. Not sexually active.

A member asked:

Currently have dx of diverticulitis. Had blood work and urine culture done. Blood work is normal and shows no infection but urine shows leukocyte level at 25. Currently on flagyl and cefdinir. What reason would there be elevated leukocytes?

A member asked:

My annual blood tests came back with an indication of 30 mg/dl protein in my urine. Everything else was within normal range. This is the first time that protein has been detected in my urine. I am 67, should this concern me?

A member asked:

Urine test results: urine blood 3+, urine protein trace. Are these normal, or should I be concerned? Currently being worked up for low h/h (7.2/27)

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

I always have blood in my urine and reoccurring urine infections. What can I do to prevent this?

How can a yeast infection cause my UA to show small traces of blood in urine.

I'm a 69-year-old woman with recurring urinary tract infections. The latest shows ecoli in my urine. Why do I get these? How can I prevent them?

I might be prediabetic and have a nasty penis yeast infection. Will go to a GP to proper Dx. What kind of blood/urine tests should I run before going to consultation? Don't want to go only to be told to go and get my blood checked first. Thanks!

Urine test strips show 125+ leucocytes and 0.3+ protein. No traces os blood or nitrite. No pain, fever or other symptoms. Can it still be an infection what is the most likely cause?

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?