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

There are uncountable colonies of bacteria that live both inside our bodies and on our skin. Some are extremely beneficial, while most are quite harmful. Sometimes, bacteria from our skin, especially the E Coli bacteria that reside in the bowels and the rectum, enter the tube through which urine is expelled from the bladder (called the urethra) and grows there until it spreads to the bladder, the ureters (the tubes that bring urine from the kidneys to the bladder) and even the kidneys. Human immunity isn't always capable of destroying the bacteria, and this is when the UTI happens.

Fungal UTIs are less common and usually caused by the Candida species of fungi. Immunocompromised people, such as people with diabetes, are at higher risk of fungal UTIs.

The shorter urethra of women makes UTIs more common among women than men.

The urine culture test not only detects but also identifies which bacteria or fungi have caused the UTI.

A 'culture' means microorganisms will be introduced to the urine sample. If the microorganisms grow and thrive, it would mean you have an infection. The urine culture test gives a definitive idea of the infection and its severity.

Your doctor will assume you have a UTI when you notice these symptoms-

• Frequent need to urinate
• A lasting burning sensation after urinating
• Pain during urination
• Ache in the lower back below the ribs
• Pain in the lower abdomen
• Urine that smells unusual
• Cloudy coloured urine

A susceptibility test may also be recommended after the urine culture test to find out which antibiotics would work best.

A urine culture test is also suggested when a woman is pregnant. Pregnancy often increases bacterial colonies in the urine manifold, but the symptoms may not be triggered. So, the urine culture test is part of the standard healthcare check during pregnancy.

This test is also recommended for people with

• Diabetes
• Kidney stones
• Kidney disorders
• Autoimmune diseases

Your doctor will give you the required instructions. Usually, a person is advised not to pee for an hour or more before the test. The first urine of the morning is the best sample. You may also be asked to drink sufficient volumes of water before the sample collection.

Fasting is not required.

During the Urine Culture Test

A 'clean catch' sample is a must. This means the sample must be as free of external contaminants as possible. PharmEasy Labs will provide you with a sample collector For your urine sample.

Before you pee, make sure that the container that will hold the sample is freshly unsealed. Wash your hands thoroughly before peeing. Wash the urethral opening with clean water and pat it dry with a fresh tissue. Make sure the container doesn't touch your skin while peeing. After the sample is collected, screw on the cap of the sample container with clean hands.