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Epithelial Cells in Urine
Epithelial cells cover the inside and outside of the surfaces of your body. They are found on your skin, blood vessels, and organs, including your urinary tract (which includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra).
What it is for
An epithelial cells in urine test is a part of a urinalysis , a test that measures different substances in your urine. It may be part of a routine checkup , or your health care provider may order the test if you have signs of a urinary tract problem. A urinalysis may include a visual check of your urine sample, tests for certain chemicals, and an examination under a microscope to look for certain types of cells. An epithelial cells in urine test is part of a microscopic exam of your urine. Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine. Medical test information is public domain. Source identity and definition checked automatically on 2026-10-18. No individual clinical interpretation or human reviewer is asserted.
Limitations
Reference intervals and interpretation depend on the laboratory, specimen, method and clinical context. This source definition is educational information; it does not establish a diagnosis, product approval or suitability for an individual.
Also known as
- microscopic urine analysis, microscopic examination of urine, urine test, urine analysis, UA
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