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What does it mean when you test positive for leukocytes and negative for nitrite?

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If the test for leukocyte esterase is positive but finds no nitrite, an infection may still be present. The test is particular to certain bacterial enzymes, which means it can pick up specific bacterial infections with more certainty. :)

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