What Is a Positive Urinalysis

We define a urinalysis as positive if it contains nitrites, leukocyte esterase, bacteria, or >10 white blood cells per high-power field.

What indicates a UTI in a urinalysis?

Either nitrites or leukocyte esterase — a product of white blood cells — in your urine might indicate a urinary tract infection.

What are the different results on a urinalysis?

• Acidity, or pH. If the acid is abnormal, you could have kidney stones, a urinary tract infection (UTI), or another condition.
• Protein. This can be a sign your kidneys aren’t working right. …
• Glucose. …
• White blood cells. …
• Nitrites. …
• Bilirubin. …
• Blood in your urine.