Urine Culture Test (Urine C/S) In Kolkata - Price & Details

Opting for PharmEasy is a wise choice, as it comes highly recommended by healthcare professionals for its efficient services. PharmEasy offers an extensive range of diagnostic tests, including the urine culture test, at very affordable rates. The testing process at PharmEasy Labs is overseen by technicians with over 30 years of expertise who supervise the collection and analysis of samples using advanced tools to ensure accurate sample collection. Following a thorough assessment by certified pathologists, these reports are promptly delivered to you via email. This comprehensive approach guarantees that PharmEasy's test results are exceptionally accurate and entirely dependable. Furthermore, PharmEasy ensures the timely delivery of test results, allowing you to initiate your treatment without delay.

A urinary tract infection might appear to be a simple infection that resolves in about a week, but if it persists or recurs, it can result in significant health issues. Hence, it's crucial to identify the underlying cause of recurrent urinary tract infections promptly.

In Kolkata, a Urine Culture test via PharmEasy is generally available at approximately INR 899, with slight changes depending on the lab provider, service zone, and any running promotions. For deeper insights, you can compare Urine Culture test prices across major cities in India.

A urine culture test is typically conducted to ascertain the presence of a urinary tract infection (UTI). Nevertheless, specific symptoms might prompt your doctor to suggest this test. The most frequent indicators of a UTI encompass a burning sensation during urination, heightened urination frequency, a sudden urge to urinate, fever and chills, cloudy urine, foul-smelling urine, and discomfort in the lower abdominal or back region.

The Urine Culture Test involves collecting a urine sample and typically doesn't necessitate extensive preparation or fasting. Ensure you hydrate adequately before the test to facilitate urination. You should also refrain from urinating at least one hour prior to the Urine Culture Test. It is also necessary that your doctor is aware of your medical history and is informed about all the herbs or medications you regularly take.

During the Urine Culture Test

As the name suggests, for a urine culture test, your urine sample is required. When an experienced phlebotomist visits your home for sample collection, you will be asked to urinate in a urine container so that the sample can be transported safely to the PharmEasy labs for further testing.

The normal values and reference ranges of the test may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of lab reports.

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The main component of a Urine Culture Test is colonies of bacteria/ml. So, if the colonies are higher than the normal range, it could point towards a urinary tract infection. The results are interpreted as concerning if the symptoms of urinary tract infection are present. That is why sometimes, even if the colonies/ml are within the normal range, an individual might still have an infection.

Results of a Urine Culture Test are often interpreted jointly with that of a urinalysis. For instance, nitrite (a marker for bacteria) or leukocyte esterase (a marker of white blood cells) helps corroborate a urinary tract infection.