Urinalysis: culture and sensitivity
Synonym(s): Microbiology
Overview
- To diagnose or exclude urinary tract infection Cystitis.
Uses
Alone
- Exclusion of bacterial infection if sterile sample.
In combination
- Other urinalysis, including dipstick reagent strip results, sediment examination, eg presence of cells.
Other points
- Of little significance unless sample collected to minimize contamination (cystocentesis preferable).
- Urine normally sterile.
Sampling
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Tests
Methodologies
- Routine microscopy, gram-stain and culture.
- Centrifuge and sediment examination.
Availability
- Standard.
Result Data
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
- Barsanti J A et al (1980) Laboratory findings in urinary tract infections. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract 9 (4), 729-748 PubMed.