The Urine culture and sensitivity looks at bacteria in urine and the antibiotics that work. It is done for: urine infection, pregnancy, recurrent infections.
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The Urine culture and sensitivity looks at bacteria in urine and the antibiotics that work. It is done for: urine infection, pregnancy, recurrent infections. Why it is done: Urine infection, pregnancy, recurrent infections. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
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Urine infection, pregnancy, recurrent infections.
Clean-catch midstream sample before antibiotics. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Infection confirmed. Low or negative may mean: No significant growth. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Bacteria in urine and the antibiotics that work.
Urine
Infection confirmed.
No significant growth.
Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.
What does the Urine culture and sensitivity measure?
Bacteria in urine and the antibiotics that work.
Why is the Urine culture and sensitivity done?
Urine infection, pregnancy, recurrent infections.
Do I need to fast for the Urine culture and sensitivity?
Clean-catch midstream sample before antibiotics.
What does a high or positive Urine culture and sensitivity mean?
Infection confirmed.
What does a low or negative Urine culture and sensitivity mean?
No significant growth.
What is the normal range for the Urine culture and sensitivity?
Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report.
Why is Urine culture and sensitivity done?
Urine infection, pregnancy, recurrent infections.
Do I need to prepare or fast for Urine culture and sensitivity?
Clean-catch midstream sample before antibiotics. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Infection confirmed. Low or negative may mean: No significant growth. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references