urine culture and sensitivity - urine
InfectionUrine sample3-5 days
Urine Culture and Sensitivity - Urine
Grows and identifies bacteria in the urine and checks which antibiotics work against them. The key test for diagnosing and guiding treatment of urinary tract infections.
Sample
Urine
Results
3-5 days
Prep
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Follow-up
Optional add-on
What this test detects
Urinary tract bacteria
Culture + antibiotic sensitivity
Organism + sensitivity panel
When to get this test
Suspected urinary tract infection
Confirms infection in patients with burning urination, frequency, or flank pain.
Recurrent or persistent UTI
Helps when infections keep coming back or do not respond to initial treatment.
Guiding antibiotic choice
Identifies which antibiotics are effective against the bacteria found.
How to prepare
01
Provide a clean-catch midstream sample before starting antibiotics if possible.
Common questions
Why does this test take a few days?
Bacteria need time to grow in the lab before they can be identified and tested against antibiotics.
Should I collect the sample before taking antibiotics?
Yes, if possible, because antibiotics can prevent bacteria from growing and affect the result.