Leukocyte Esterase
An enzyme produced by white blood cells in urine, indicating inflammation or infection.
Why it matters: Positive results suggest urinary tract infection or inflammation, prompting further diagnostic testing.
What Moves It
May increase with:
Urinary tract infections
Inflammation
Kidney disease
Common questions
What is Leukocyte Esterase?
An enzyme produced by white blood cells in urine, indicating inflammation or infection.
What might a high or low Leukocyte Esterase mean?
Positive results suggest urinary tract infection or inflammation, prompting further diagnostic testing.
What can affect Leukocyte Esterase?
It may be higher with: Urinary tract infections, Inflammation, Kidney disease.
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