Vaginal contamination can produce false positives. In one study comparing urine dipstick to microscopy performed by a nephrologist in the detection of white blood cells (WBCs) in urine ...

Urine microscopy is an important adjunct to the urinalysis. The findings of cells, casts or crystals can aid in urinalysis interpretation and in making a more accurate diagnosis. Since the formed ...

The overall average body fat percentage in the United States is about 39.9% for women and 28.1% for men, so below these amounts would technically be “below average.” However, most people in the United ...

If that happens, see a healthcare provider. Healthy urine is typically pale yellow and clear to slightly cloudy. However, diet, medications, and medical conditions can cause urine to appear pink, red, ...

Incontinence is defined as the involuntary leakage of urine from the bladder. Incontinence can affect both men and women in any age group but is more common in women and the elderly. As the population ...

Ruby Karyo, 30, has been gulping down her morning urine and spritzing it on her face since she was 19 years old. The controversial practice, known as ‘urine therapy’ has made Ruby the source of much ...