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Epithelial Cells (urine)

Urine_other Unit: /HPF Urine test

Usually benign; large numbers may indicate contamination

Also known as: Squamous Epithelial Cells

Reference Ranges

Clinical Reference 0.0 – 5.0 /HPF
Optimal Range 0.0 – 2.0 /HPF

Squamous usually contamination; transitional more concerning

Related Conditions

Urinary Tract Infection High

Food & Lifestyle Recommendations

💡 Other Use a clean-catch midstream collection to minimize contamination on repeat testing.
💡 Other Adequate fluid intake supports urinary flow and reduces bacterial colonization.

Evidence-Backed Supplements

When High

  • Cranberry Tier D May Support

    Moderate evidence for UTI prevention; proanthocyanidins inhibit E. coli adhesion.

  • D Mannose Tier D May Support

    Moderate evidence for recurrent UTI; blocks bacterial adherence to urothelium.

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

  • Does the elevated epithelial cell count indicate a UTI or just sample contamination? High epithelial cells usually mean contamination; repeat clean-catch sample helps clarify.

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