CLIN MIC: Question 2

What is condition is associated with EOSINOPHILS in Urine Sediments?

ANS:  Interstitial Nephritis

NOTES:

 Eosinophils are white blood cells that normally do not appear in urine. The presence of eosinophils in the urine is seen in acute interstitial nephritis, which is caused by an allergic reaction, typically to drugs. Hansel stain is used.

SOURCE:mayocliniclabs.com