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Urine Blood (RBC / Hematuria)

Normal range 0–3 RBC/hpf. Specimen: Random urine.

Also known as: hematuria, urine RBC.

0–3 RBC/hpfReference range

Reference range

ConventionalRBC/hpf
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SpecimenRandom urine
Conventional range0–3 RBC/hpf
SI range0–3 RBC/hpf
Conversion factor×1 (conventional → SI)
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What is the normal range for Urine Blood (RBC / Hematuria)?

The standard teaching reference range for Urine Blood (RBC / Hematuria) is 0–3 RBC/hpf. This value is measured in random urine.

Source: Adult reference values compiled from Pagana & Pagana, Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference, and Fischbach & Dunning, A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population — always use the range printed on the actual result.

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Common causes of a high Urine Blood (RBC / Hematuria)

  • Urinary tract infection
  • Kidney stones
  • Trauma or catheterization
  • Malignancy or glomerulonephritis

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Nursing considerations

  • Menstruation can contaminate the sample — note timing.
  • Painless hematuria warrants evaluation for malignancy.

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