This is a rapid urine test. In this test, a stick composed of ten different chemicals is dipped into the urine to analyze the different chemical properties of urine. Alratarition in the pH of the urine, presence of the blood in urine, and presence of protein in the urine can be detected using this method. This test can be used for the detection of urinary tract infections.
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My urine dipstick shows high leukocytes. Is it a UTI?
Query: Hello doctor, Last week fully, I experienced needing to urinate all the time. I did not feel like my bladder was empty. I started getting lower stomach pain near my pelvis. I assumed this was a UTI as I usually have recurring ones but had not in a long time. I ordered some antibiotics through a doct... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Yes, actually, antibiotics can cause stomach disturbance, and due to that, abdomen pain and sometimes diarrhea can be seen. I would suggest you take tablet Pantoprazole 40 mg once a day before breakfast in the morning, along with antibiotics ... Read Full »