What is the clinical significance of finding 'glitter cells' in a urine microscopic examination?
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Correct answer: They are neutrophils in hypotonic urine seen in pyelonephritis
Glitter cells are neutrophils that exhibit Brownian movement of their granules in hypotonic urine (low specific gravity). While not exclusive to one disease, they are traditionally associated with pyelonephritis or lower urinary tract infections.
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