Nitrite (Urine)

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Why it matters: A positive nitrite result can mean a urinary tract infection is present.

Source · Cleveland Clinic — why it matters, what moves it, related conditions

What Moves It

May increase with:

Bacteria in the urinary tract
Associated Conditions
Urinary tract infection
Related Markers
Leukocytes (Urine)Bacteria (Urine)
Common questions

What might a high or low Nitrite (Urine) mean?

A positive nitrite result can mean a urinary tract infection is present.

What can affect Nitrite (Urine)?

It may be higher with: Bacteria in the urinary tract.

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