I had scant urothelial cells present in my urine test. What does this mean?
The phrase "urothelial cells are present" indicates that urothelial cells, which line the urinary bladder and parts of the urinary tract, have been detected in a sample, such as urine or tissue. Their presence can suggest normal function or may indicate a response to irritation, infection, or pathology. In a clinical context, the detection of these cells can help in diagnosing conditions affecting the urinary system.
The bladder is lined with transitional epithelial cells, which are also known as urothelial cells. These cells are unique in that they can stretch to accommodate the volume of urine in the bladder and then contract to expel the urine during urination.
It means that there are a high quantity pf these cells called ep in your urine :)
The human excretory system is responsible for the elimination of wastes produced by the body and is made up of four distinct cell types. These are one pore cell, one duct cell, one canal cell, and a fused pair of gland cells.
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What does it mean when there are higher than normal levels of renal epithelial cells in urine?
There are a number of issues with epithelial cells in urine. Depending upon the origin of the epithelial cells it could mean you didn't wipe well and contaminated the test to issues with your kidneys.
White blood cells are usually not found in the urine due to the kidney. When there are white blood cells in the urine this if due to an infection. The kidney becomes inflamed and this allows the passing of white blood cells.
Pus in the urine, or pyuria, refers to the presence of white blood cells in the urine.
A few epithelial cells in your urine is quite normal.
Bladder cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the tissues of the bladder, the organ that stores urine. It often begins in the urothelial cells that line the bladder and can manifest as symptoms like blood in the urine, frequent urination, and pelvic pain. Risk factors include smoking, exposure to certain chemicals, and chronic bladder infections. Treatment options typically involve surgery, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy, depending on the stage and grade of the cancer.
You are always losing epthelial cells in your urine, as your body keeps replacing and losing these cells. In the case of a urinary tract infection more epthelial cells are lost from the body. If you are female, more of these cells can be seen during and for about a week after menstration.