All isolates were positive for metachromatic granules and none of these showed capsule or endospore formation (Table 3). Endospore staining was carried out by heating the air dried bacterial smear with malachite green for 5 min, followed by rinsing with water and counterstaining with safranin for 30s.
HEMATURIA CAUSES. Some common causes of blood in the urine include the following. However, many of these conditions will have other presenting symptoms (see 'Symptoms of conditions associated with hematuria' below): âKidney or bladder (also called urinary tract) infections.
1 Things that may be seen on the slide include: 2  Red or white blood cells. 3  Blood cells aren't found in urine normally. 4  Inflammation, disease, or injury to the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra can cause blood in urine.