Abnormal urine can contain a variety of substances, including bacteria, cells, crystals, fat, and mucus, and can present with an abnormal color.
Substances Found in Abnormal Urine
Abnormal urine differs from normal urine due to the presence of elements not typically found or present in elevated amounts. These include:
- Bacteria: Indicates a urinary tract infection (UTI).
- Crystals: Can be a sign of kidney stones or other metabolic disorders.
- Fat: May indicate kidney damage or a metabolic disorder.
- White blood cells: Often a sign of infection or inflammation in the urinary tract.
- Red blood cells: May indicate kidney damage, infection, or other medical conditions.
- Mucus: Excessive mucus can indicate inflammation or infection.
Abnormal Urine Color
According to MedlinePlus, abnormal urine color can be caused by various factors:
- Infection
- Disease
- Medicines
- Food
Cloudy or milky urine may also indicate a urinary tract infection and may also be caused by bacteria, crystals, fat, white or red blood cells, or mucus in the urine.
