Hyaline Casts (Urine)
Hyaline casts are cylindrical structures formed in the kidney tubules. Small numbers are normal, but increased levels may indicate concentrated urine, dehydration, strenuous exercise, or kidney disea…
Category: Urinalysis
Also known as: цилиндры гиалиновые
Reference range: 0–2 /LPF (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: /LPF
High values may indicate
Increased hyaline casts may be seen with dehydration, concentrated urine, strenuous exercise, fever, or kidney disease (e.g. glomerulonephritis). Correlation with clinical context is important.
Low values may indicate
Normal levels. No clinical concern.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Hyaline Casts (Urine) level?
- A typical reference range for Hyaline Casts (Urine) is 0–2 /LPF (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- What units is Hyaline Casts (Urine) measured in?
- Hyaline Casts (Urine) is most commonly reported in /LPF. Labs in different countries may use other units — you can convert between them with BloodId's blood test unit converter.
- Where do Hyaline Casts (Urine) reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Hyaline Casts (Urine) over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Hyaline Casts (Urine) over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
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