White Blood Cells detected in Urine???

[jkt77]

I just had a recent urinalysis report come in, and this is what is reported:

Color: yellow
Appearance: Clear
SP Gravity: 1.015 normal
PH: 5 normal
Leukocytes: Neg
Nitrite: Neg
Protein: Neg
Clucose: Norm
Acetone: Neg
Urobilinog: Norm
Bilirubin: Neg
Blood: Neg
WBC: 8-12
RBC: 0
Epithelial: 0
Bacteria: 0

I am concerned about the WBC being so high.  The chem test comes up negative for WBC, but the microbiology shows 8-12.

No Leukocytes detected in the chem-strip, but WBCs found under the scope?  What could this mean?

[jkt77]

Another concern is:

How can my WBC be so high during the microscopic analysis, but have 0 leukocytes from the chemistry test???

[jkt77]

Dr. Singh,

Thank you for your response.  According to the lab report the following observations were:

1) No growth after 2 days incubation.

Could this be a sign of bladder cancer, or any other deadly processes?

I initially visited the urologist(s) because a ct scan had shown the following:

1) Mild urinary bladder wall thickening anteriorly. Clinical correlation should be made for cystitis.
2) No inguinal hernia or lymphadenopathy in the inguinal region.
3) Mild disc protrusions in the lower lumbar spine.

My urologists do not believe anything is wrong with me, however, this recent urinalysis shows WBC being 8-12.

Thank you,
-Jim

[Dr J Singh]

Hello,
White blood cells when present in urine are indicative of urinary tract infection. For this I would suggest you to get urine for culture examination done since a course of antibiotics is needed. Also drink plenty of fluids and water and citric juices like cranberry juice.
I hope it helps. Take care and regards.