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Test Details

Urine Culture

General Info:

Description:

The urine culture test is conducted when there is a suspicion of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and stands as a gold standard for identifying bacteriuria. Healthcare professionals utilize this test to distinguish between uncomplicated and complicated UTIs, detect lower UTIs, assess patients with recurrent UTIs in outpatient settings, and address inpatient UTIs.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Various urine collection methods

Container Type: 

Sterile Cup

Volume: 

3 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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