Testing for Leukocyte Esterase

Ungraded Practice Question

False-negative results on reagent strips for leukocytes may occur when the specimen contains: (Choose ALL of the correct answers)

More than one answer is correct. Please select all correct answers

high levels of glucose
high levels of protein
high specific gravity
high levels of nitrites

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