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Urine Culture Test

Urine Culture Test

Urine Culture Test Pathology Packages

What does a Urine Culture Test means?

A urine culture test also commonly known as Urine C&S is a urine examination that detects the presence of bacteria or any other microorganisms in the patient’s urine. Its primary aim is to diagnose Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) by detecting the specific bacteria causing the infection.

What are the indications of Urine culture Test and what to do?

  • Urgent or frequent urination
  • Cloudy or bloody urine
  • Lower back or pelvic pain
  • Shivering or chills
  • Burning during urination or pain
  • Bloody urine or cloudy
  • Fever
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea

It is crucial to note that the indications for the need of a urine culture test may vary depending on the diseases and conditions related to diabetes, pregnancy, neurological disorders, kidney, and weak immune system.

When to get it done?

One should consider getting a Urine Culture Test done, under below-mentioned conditions-

  • During pregnancy women often are diagnosed with urine culture test to screen for asymptomatic bacteraemia.
  • Weak immune systems have an elevated risk of UTIs, makes urine culture testing necessary.
  • Urine culture testing are generally recommended to the patients diagnosed with urinary catheters may face a heightened risk of catheter-associated UTIs.

A patient’s healthcare provider shall prescribe a Urine Routine test for monitoring chronic condition, such as:

  • Diabetes
  • Kidney Diseases
  • Immunosuppression (weak immune system)
  • Neurological Disorders

Can kidney infection be found in a Urine Culture Test?

Yes, to detect kidney infections, a condition also called as pyelonephritis, a urine culture test is commonly used.

How often do we need to do Urine Culture Test?

For most healthy individuals urine culture test is generally not recommended. The frequency of urine culture tests varies greatly depending on individual health conditions and is best determined by the patient’s healthcare provider.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

What preparation needs to be done by the patient?

Patients are required to collect a first morning mid-stream urine sample.

What is the sample type?

Typically, a mid-stream urine sample is required for urine culture test.

Can we do a urine culture test at home?

A Urine Culture test can be conducted either at home or at a nearby facility by gathering samples through a home collection service, making it accessible and convenient for patients.

What is the cost/price of the Urine Culture Test?

The urine culture test cost in Delhi NCR is very affordable.

At Mahajan Imaging and Labs, the urine culture test price is at ₹800 for South Delhi, North Delhi, East Delhi, West Delhi and Central Delhi, Gurugram / Gurgaon, etc.

What are the location at which a Urine Culture Test can be conducted?

In addition to home collection, people can visit Mahajan Imaging and Labs centers located in Defence Colony New Delhi, SDA (Safdarjung Development Area) New Delhi, Pusa Road Delhi, Gurugram Haryana, Bali Nagar Delhi. Home collection is available throughout Delhi NCR.

What do a Urine culture Test shows?

The fundamental objective of the urine culture test is to diagnose and identify whether any fungi or bacteria is present in the patient’s urine. Also to determine which antibiotics will be effective for the treatment of that particular infection.

What does the Urine Culture Test results mean?

A urine culture test result can mean a few things:

A positive urine culture test detects the presence of bacteria or other microorganism in the patient’s urine, which may further indicate urinary tract infections (UTIs) and needs immediate consultation for treatment and medications by their healthcare provider.

A negative urine culture test indicates absence of any infections or microorganisms in the patient’s urine.

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