Hi Doctor, My sister urine report shows pus cells at 4 to 5 and epithelial cells at 7 to 8. I would like to know what this indicates and what steps should be taken next.

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Dr Siri Nallapu

General Practitioner

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5+ Yrs

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Mild increase in pus and epithelial cells may suggest early UTI or contamination. Repeat test with midstream clean catch sample. Maintain Hygiene and avoid Public toilets

Dr. Siri Suggests...

Take a URINE ROUTINE + CULTURE SENSITIVITY Test or Take a KFT with Electrolytes (Kidney Funtion) Test

Book URINE ROUTINE + CULTURE SENSITIVITY Test Book KFT with Electrolytes (Kidney Funtion) Test

Answered 29/08/2025

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