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Red blood cells in urine; Hematuria test


Normal Values

Normal values are 4 RBC/HPF or less. Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories.

Note: RBC/HPF = red blood cells per high power field (a microscopic exam).


What abnormal results mean

Abnormal results indicating greater-than-normal numbers of red blood cells in the urine may indicate:


Review Date: 02/03/2006
Reviewed By: Charles Silberberg, DO, Private Practice specializing in Nephrologyl, Affiliated with New York Medical College, Division of Nephrology, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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