Cytology exam of urine

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Cytology exam of urine

Alternative Names:

Urine cytology

Normal Values:

The urine shows normal epithelial cells and is relatively free of debris.

What abnormal results mean:

There may be an abundance of epithelial cells, red blood cells, white blood cells, or atypical-looking cells. Cancer cells may be present. The results can imply cancer or inflammation of the urinary tract (such as glomerulonephritis).

Renal cell carcinoma is an additional condition under which the test may be performed.

Review Date: 3/2/2006
Reviewed By: Daniel R. Alexander, M.D., Department of Internal Medicine, St. Mary's Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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