Urine Culture Test
This test identifies the bacteria present in a urine sample, which may be the cause of a urinary tract infection.
This test identifies the bacteria present in a urine sample.
- The presence of bacteria may indicate a urinary tract infection.
- Identifying the bacteria in a urine sample helps determine the best antibiotic to treat a urinary tract infection.
For this test, you will collect a small amount of urine in a cup.
- You will be told how to prepare for this test to help ensure accurate results.
- Some medicines may affect the color of your urine.
- Your healthcare provider will tell you if you need to stop taking any medications before the test.
- A urine analysis is also usually done with a urine culture.
What should I ask my healthcare provider before having this test?
- Is there any special preparation for the test? (If so, get clear instructions on what you need to do.)
- What is the reason for the test? Will the test results change my treatment plan? If not, do I need the test?
Source UHC.com
Also known as:
Urine Culture TestLaboratory WorkUrine TestUrine CultureUrinary Tract InfectionUrine Test for Bladder InfectionTest for Urinary Tract InfectionUTI Test
This test identifies the bacteria present in a urine sample.
- The presence of bacteria may indicate a urinary tract infection.
- Identifying the bacteria in a urine sample helps determine the best antibiotic to treat a urinary tract infection.
For this test, you will collect a small amount of urine in a cup.
- You will be told how to prepare for this test to help ensure accurate results.
- Some medicines may affect the color of your urine.
- Your healthcare provider will tell you if you need to stop taking any medications before the test.
- A urine analysis is also usually done with a urine culture.
What should I ask my healthcare provider before having this test?
- Is there any special preparation for the test? (If so, get clear instructions on what you need to do.)
- What is the reason for the test? Will the test results change my treatment plan? If not, do I need the test?
Source UHC.com
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