Los Angeles, CA
A 37-year-old male asked:
Dipstick urinalysis showed trace blood. two days later automated urinalysis showed no blood. all of this while battling influeza virus. should i be concerned?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Oscar Novickanswered
Pediatrics 59 years experience
Concern: You need'n't be concern. Dipstick values can be inaccurate especially at lower levels.Automated readings are much more accurate
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Last updated Feb 24, 2018
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