Doctor's Assessment Included
Every result includes a professional assessment from a BIG-registered doctor. For treatment decisions, discuss your results with your GP.
Urine Nitrite
Nitrite is not normally found in urine. Certain bacteria convert nitrate into nitrite, so a positive dipstick result can be a sign of a bacterial urinary tract infection.
Reference Ranges
Reference ranges may vary between laboratories. When you order a test, a BIG-registered doctor assesses your personal results in context. For treatment decisions, discuss your results with your GP.
Check your own valueWhat It Measures
This part of the dipstick checks for nitrite produced by bacteria. A positive result, especially together with leukocytes, raises the likelihood of a urinary tract infection that your GP may want to confirm with a urine culture.
Lifestyle Tips
Staying well hydrated helps flush the urinary tract. A first-morning urine sample gives bacteria time to produce nitrite, which makes the test more reliable.