What should I look for on the test strips to confirm that I have a urinary tract infection?

To confirm a urinary tract infection, you should look for the presence of leukocytes, nitrites, and blood in the urine. Leukocytes indicate white blood cells that may be fighting an infection, nitrites suggest the presence of certain bacteria, and blood may indicate damage caused by bacteria in the urinary system.

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What should I look for on the test strips to confirm that I have a urinary tract infection?

To confirm a urinary tract infection, you should look for the presence of leukocytes, nitrites, and blood in the urine. Leukocytes indicate white blood cells that may be fighting an infection, nitrites suggest the presence of certain bacteria, and blood may indicate damage caused by bacteria in the urinary system.