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If you are asking why are there high levels of red blood cells in your blood...
It's because the red blood cells carry haemoglobin, which is what takes the oxygen from your lungs to the extremities of your body.
Without red blood cells your blood wouldn't be able to carry oxygen, because oxygen is a gas, and as I'm sure you are aware, if a gas enters your bloodstream it can cause clots to form, which can be deadly. The haemoglobin breaks down the oxygen by the way, which is why it can carry it.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 13y agoRed blood cells carry oxygen to different parts of the body and seeming as you are always moving and living the blood cells are always moving round. If you didn't have enough blood cells then not all parts of the body that need oxygen would get it and therefore you would not be able to survive properly.
e.g. if you were swimming your arms and legs would need oxygen but if you didn't have enough blood cells you physically would not be able to move certain parts of the body due to lack of energy.
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∙ 11y agoTYPICALLY no! BUT 1-2 is normal. More than 2/3 typically would point to a problem such as:
taking Asprin or other NSAIDS at high doses
Taking warfarnin
Taking Proton pump inhibitors for acid reflux such as Omeprazole.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Kidney stones
Trama to kidneys
Renal Vein thrombosis
Diabetes affecting the kidneys
Some forms of cancer affecting the kidneys
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∙ 13y agoA high red blood count in the urine is an indication that something is abnormal. There is either an infection in the urinary tract or kidneys or it could be more serious.
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∙ 13y agoRed blood cells could be found in urine if there is damage to kidney or urinary tract itself. It could also indicate infection present.
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∙ 6y agoNo, not as a normal thing.
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What changes might bacteria cause in urine?
Bacteria in the urinary tract could cause blood or elevated protein in the urine. Urine may also contain white blood cells which came to fight the infection.
What is meant by this '0-2 red blood cells'?
0-2 red blood cells on a urinalysis is a normal result. It says there's not an abnormal level of blodo in the urine.
Any relation to finding red blood cells in urine to lupus?
Yes, 40% of lupus patients will develop lupus nephritis and red blood cells in the urine are one indicator as is protein in the urine.
What is the significance of having the result of 3-5 hpf pus cells in the urine?
Having white blood cells present in the urine is not cause for alarm if no other symptoms are present. If there are other symptoms, then a doctor should be consulted to see about the possibility of a UTI.
Is it normal to have small amount of white and red blood cells in urine?
because we have more white blood cells in our body. So when you excrete your waste some of the white blood cells go along with the wasted urine. That's why your urine isn't allways yellow it also could be a type of WHITE. but we could still be healthy, because we also have red blood cells to help us stay healthy.
What is normal value of pus cells in urine in 5 month old baby?
These "pus" cells are white blood cells and if the urine is collected correctly, there should be none or very few.
What changes might bacteria cause in urine?
Bacteria in the urinary tract could cause blood or elevated protein in the urine. Urine may also contain white blood cells which came to fight the infection.
Will a normal urine specimen exhibit a turbid appearance?
no. it means there's an increase in white blood cells.
Is there blood in normal urine?
No Normal urine should not include any traces of blood.
What is normal investigation done for urine?
Urine is tested for the following in a laboratory: Sugar, blood, protein, white blood cells, and bacteria. The presence of these in your urine is usually the symptom of a problem. Also the urine PH balance (acidity) is tested.
What is meant by this '0-2 red blood cells'?
0-2 red blood cells on a urinalysis is a normal result. It says there's not an abnormal level of blodo in the urine.
What if your epith cells in urine are few?
A few epithelial cells in your urine is quite normal.
What does it mean to have while cells show up in you urine?
White blood cells are usually not found in the urine due to the kidney. When there are white blood cells in the urine this if due to an infection. The kidney becomes inflamed and this allows the passing of white blood cells.
What does it mean when you have white blood cells in urine?
White blood cells are indicative of an infection.
Why should urine be free of blood cells?
Because signs of blood in you urine can be a sign of something serious.
Does menstruation affect a urine test?
urine test during menstruation reveal presence of blood in urine and red blood cells
WBC in urine HPF?
That means you have an increase of white blood cells in your urine, it could mean you have an infection in your gential area, seek professional help.
