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Are otc uti tests strips accurate?
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Here are some ...: OTC UTI test chem-strip is an indirect suggestion for inflammation by testing leukocyte esterase from white blood cells and for Gram(-) bacilli by testing its metabolic products - nitrite. So, it's useful and accurate. If the test result suggests the presence of both and you have urinary symptoms, the likelihood to have UTI by Gram-negative rods is almost 100%. For details, ask Doc. Best wish ...
Answered 3/9/2021
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