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I went into er for abdominal pain, and fatigue urine test said bacteria value rare what does rare mean?? was sent home with no help?
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If you had a urinary tract infection, there would be a lot of bacteria
Answered 7/8/2021
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"Rare" bacteria indicates that the small amount of bacteria detected on urine test was most likely a contaminant, rather than a urinary tract infection (UTI). There are other parameters in a urine test that are used to determine if a UTI is present, including leukocyte esterase, nitrites, and white blood cells. These values are combined with the clinical signs and symptoms one may or may not have.
Answered 7/8/2021
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