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If a urine sample has white cells, blood and ketones does it mean the person is diabetic?

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Dr. Gregory Hines
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Family Medicine 26 years experience
Probably not: The lack of glucose would suggest not, but it certainly could be an infection, dehydration, or even a kidney stone. Be seen for an exam and diagnosis.
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