Urine Culture for Urinary Tract Infection
The urine culture is among the laboratory tests healthcare providers may use to investigate Urinary Tract Infection. Learn what it measures, how to prepare, and what results can tell a provider. Educational content only - not a diagnosis.
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- Sample type
- Urine
- Typical turnaround
- 2-3 business days
- Preparation
- Clean-catch midstream sample preferred.
Why the urine culture may be ordered for Urinary Tract Infection
Identifies bacteria or yeast causing a urinary tract infection.
When evaluating Urinary Tract Infection, a healthcare provider may order the urine culture alongside other tests based on your symptoms, history, and physical exam. Test selection and result interpretation are clinical decisions made by a qualified professional.
Symptoms associated with Urinary Tract Infection
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Hematuria
The presence of blood in the urine. Hematuria may be gross hematuria (visible to the naked eye) or microscopic...
Lower Abdominal Pain
Pain in the lower abdomen, which can be related to bladder, bowel, or reproductive organs....
Painful Urination
Burning, stinging, or discomfort when urinating, most commonly caused by a urinary tract infection....
Pelvic pain
Pain perceived in the area of the pelvis, the lower part of the abdomen located between the hip bones....
Pollakisuria
Increased frequency of urination....
Sudden Urge to Urinate
A sudden, strong need to urinate that is difficult to delay, which can be a sign of bladder irritation or over...
Waking to Urinate at Night
The need to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt sleep and may be linked to bladder, prostat...
Other tests used to investigate Urinary Tract Infection
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Complete Blood Count Test Cbc Test With Differential
A Complete Blood Count (CBC) test helps to give an overall view of general health and screens for a broad scop...
Routine Urinalysis Test
Our routine complete urinalysis checks 12 different levels in the urine and is helpful in diagnosing UTIs, ren...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the urine culture used to investigate Urinary Tract Infection?
Yes - the urine culture is among the tests healthcare providers may consider when evaluating Urinary Tract Infection. Identifies bacteria or yeast causing a urinary tract infection. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
How should I prepare for the urine culture?
Clean-catch midstream sample preferred.
How long does the urine culture take?
Results for the urine culture are typically available within 2-3 business days depending on the laboratory.
Does this website interpret my urine culture result?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not interpret laboratory results. Discuss all results with a qualified healthcare provider.