What is this test?
This laboratory test is performed on a urine sample to detect the increased amount of eosinophils in the urine. Eosinophils are disease-combating white blood cells that play a very important role in immune response.
Why is this test performed?
This test is performed to help in the diagnosis of acute intestinal nephritis or other diseases such as:
- Cystitis
- Prostatitis
- Pyelonephritis
- Glomerulonephritis.
- What is eosinophiluria?
Eosinophiluria is the abnormal presence of eosinophils in the urine. . Eosinophils are disease-combating white blood cells that play a very important role in immune response.
- Which diseases are associated with eosinophiluria?
It can be associated with:
- Acute intestinal nephritis
- Urinary tract infection
- Eosinphilic granulamatosis
- Atheroembolic acute kidney injury.
- What is the turnaround time of this report?
The results of this laboratory test are expected in 1-2 working days.
- How to prepare for this test?
Collect the urine sample preferably two hours after meal. No other preparations are required for this test.
- Can I collect urine sample at home?
Yes, urine samples may be collected at home but should be provided to the laboratory within an hour.