RBC Nil Means
Red blood cells (RBC) can be present in urine even when they are not visible to a person. The medical term for RBC in the urine is hematuria.
There are two types of hematuria. One is called “gross hematuria,” which occurs when a person can see the blood in their urine. The other type is “microscopic hematuria,” wherein a person cannot see the blood in their urine, despite the fact that RBC are present.
However, RBC in the urine is usually a symptom of an underlying health condition. A doctor will typically test for RBC content during a urine test. They will then use the results to help determine what the next course of action should be.
RBC Urine Test
The RBC urine test measures the number of red blood cells in a urine sample.
Alternative Names
Red blood cells in urine; Hematuria test; Urine – red blood cells
How the RBC Test is Performed
A random sample of urine is collected. Random means that the sample is collected at any time either at the lab or at home. If needed, the health care provider may ask you to collect your urine at home over 24 hours. Your provider will tell you how to do this.
A clean-catch urine sample is needed. The clean-catch method is used to prevent germs from the penis or vagina from getting into a urine sample. To collect your urine, the provider may give you a special clean-catch kit that contains a cleansing solution and sterile wipes. Follow instructions exactly so that the results are accurate.
How to Prepare for the Test
No special preparation is necessary for this test.
How the Test will Feel
The test involves only normal urination. There is no discomfort.
Why the Test is Performed
This test is done as part of a urinalysis test.
RBC Test Results
Normal Results
A normal result is 4 red blood cells per high power field (RBC/HPF) or less when the sample is examined under a microscope.
The example above is a common measurement for a result of this test. Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Some labs use different measurements or test different samples. Talk to your provider about the meaning of your specific test result.
RBC nil Means
Usually means: Nothing/zero. As in on a specific urine test, a nil result means that none was detected or present in the sample.
What Abnormal Results Mean
A higher-than-normal number of RBCs in the urine may be due to:
. Bladder, kidney, or urinary tract cancer
. Kidney and other urinary tract problems, such as infection, or stones
. Kidney injury
. Prostate problems
RBC Test Risks
There are no risks with this test.
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