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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.