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Hi i tested complete urinalysis, i got a occult blood value (small a ) and erythrocytes urine value ( 6 to 10 a) ,i was on my periods last day while testing does this my period effect my this two test other tests normal. i have a appointment with gi?
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Urinalysis should not be done around the period time. The presence of blood in urine is only significant if urine test is done after the period end for at least 3 days.
Answered 10/30/2022
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Agree with Dr. Le. Visit this site for proper urine collection for testing: Female clean catch urine https://patienteducation.osumc.edu/Documents/cl-ca-fe.pdf Wish you good health!
Answered 10/30/2022
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