Urobilinogen in Urine
The amount of urobilinogen in urine is essential in determining if the liver is functioning normally. Urobilinogen is a product of bilirubin usually produced on the walls of the intestines and excreted...
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Mucus is a yellowish, gelatinous colloid which can be found in a number of organs in the body such as the large intestine, lungs, etc. Mucus is produced by the mucous membrane. The inner wall of the...
View ArticleBlood in the Urine
What does blood in urine mean ? When one detects the presence of blood in the urine, it may result in some anxiety. However, it is not a cause of undue worry. This is because blood in the urine may be...
View ArticleSugar in Urine
What does sugar in your urine mean ? Healthy individuals usually have very low levels of sugar in urine or not at all. The presence of very high levels of sugar in urine indicates the presence of a...
View ArticleAlbumin in urine
Proteins are one of the important nutrients that aid in growth and development of the body, and also in muscle building. The body requires a variety of proteins for the maintenance of good health....
View ArticleLeukocytes in Urine
The Urinary system consists of a number of different parts, including the kidneys, the urethra, the bladder and the ureters. A test known as urinalysis is normally used to detect the occurrence of...
View ArticleErythrocytes in Urine
Erythrocytes or the red blood cells are the main components of the blood cells present in the human body. The erythrocytes are flattened, biconcave and circular and also have the capability to change...
View ArticleWhite Particles in Urine
Urine is generally a clear, sometimes yellowish, waste product. The presence of white particles in urine may be indicative of certain underlying diseases like bladder cancer, polyps, and yeast...
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